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.
New York's Adirondack Park Is 'Bigger And More Protected Than Ever'
New York's Adirondack Park has some of the biggest wilderness in the eastern U.S. — and it just got bigger. This week, Gov. Andrew Cuomo protected another 25,000 acres.
The U.K., U.S. And Russia's Election
NPR's Scott Simon speaks to The Guardian's Moscow bureau chief Andrew Roth about the Russian presidential election and how recent diplomatic blows with the U.K. and the U.S. play into the campaign.
The Week In Politics
Andrew McCabe and Rex Tillerson were fired, new sanctions were announced on Russia, and the Russia investigation continued.
The Life Of Louise Slaughter
We remember New York Democratic Rep. Lousie Slaughter, who died on Friday at the age of 88.
What To Expect From Pompeo At State
Mike Pompeo is moving from the CIA to become secretary of state. NPR's Scott Simon talks with Pompeo's former staffer Jim Richardson about his old boss and how Pompeo may lead the State Department.
Subway Line Could Threaten Sufi Shrine In Pakistan
Pakistan's government is building a much-needed 16-mile metro across Lahore to ease traffic. But it passes a little too close for comfort to many of the city's historic buildings.
How A Russian Nerve Agent Got To The U.K.
How was a nerve agent of a group called Novichok manufactured and sent into the U.K. to poison a former Russian spy? Richard Guthrie, a U.K.-based chemical weapons expert, talks with Scott Simon.
Saturday Sports: NCAA Shocking Upset
Scott Simon talks with ESPN's Howard Bryant about the latest in college basketball.
Slovaks Protest After Journalist's Killing
The murder of a a young investigative journalist in Slovakia led to street protests and the collapse of the government. Now protesters want fresh elections to sweep away corruption.
