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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.
Art's 'Sense Of Humor' Chronicled At The National Gallery Of Art
by Renee Montagne
The new exhibition "Sense of Humor" at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., showcases comedic prints and drawings, from the 15th century to today.
Trump Visits Scotland As Scots Plan Protests
by Alice Fordham
President Trump is expected to visit one of his golf resorts in Scotland after his meeting with British Prime Minister Theresa May. Scots are planning protests.
Tariffs Hit Maine's Lobster Industry
by Fred Bever
Dealers ship millions of dollars' worth of live Maine lobster to China but much of that business may be headed to Canadian lobstermen after hefty new tariffs.
The State Of The Affordable Care Act
by Alison Kodjak
The Trump administration has made more moves that may further destabilize the Affordable Care Act.
Many Look To Buddhism For Sanctuary From An Over-Connected World
by Jerome Socolovsky
Government Asks For Extension To Family Reunification Deadline
by John Sepulvado
A federal judge in San Diego heard arguments from the federal government on Friday, asking for a deadline extension to reunify separated children and parents.
Media Coverage And The Supreme Court
NPR's Linda Wertheimer talks with Matthew Hitt of Colorado State University about his research into how certain news coverage can change public perceptions of the Supreme Court.
Who's In The Running For Kennedy's Seat
David Lat of the website Above the Law joins NPR's Linda Wertheimer to talk about President Trump's shortlist of possible replacements for Justice Anthony Kennedy on the Supreme Court.
Pruitt Resets The Ethics Bar
by Peter Overby
Former EPA administrator Scott Pruitt became the subject of at least a dozen investigations. Some advocates argue ethics standards in government need to be rebuilt.
Week In Politics: EPA, Supreme Court, Trade
by Ron Elving
We recap the week in politics, including President Trump's Supreme Court nomination, Scott Pruitt's resignation and the economy.