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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.
Jeffrey Goldberg Of 'The Atlantic' On Recent Anti-Semitic Threats And Attacks
Jewish organizations have recently been targeted with a number of threats. NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Jeffrey Goldberg of The Atlantic about anti-Semitism around the country and online.
What A 'Merit-Based' Immigration System Would Mean
President Trump talked about the advantages of merit-based immigration like in Canada. Scott Simon talks with Jessica Vaughan of the Center for Immigration Studies, which favors less immigration.
Saturday Sports: Spurs Vs. Warriors And Colin Kaepernick
by Tom Goldman
This week in sports: It's the Spurs versus the Warriors on the basketball court, and San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick says he'll stand for the national anthem next season.
The 1970s Oakland A's Were 'Dynastic, Bombastic, Fantastic'
The Oakland A's of the 1970s were legendary for their victories and their colorful demeanor. Scott Simon talks to author Jason Turbow about his book on the team, Dynastic, Bombastic, Fantastic.
Former Haitian President Rene Preval Dies At 74
by Carrie Kahn
Former two-time Haitian President Rene Preval has died. He was 74. Preval was president when the devastating earthquake struck Haiti in 2010.
How Trump's Immigration Plans Affect The Economy
Parts of the stock market have reached record highs since Donald Trump took office. NPR's Scott Simon talks to Bloomberg View's Joe Nocera about how immigration restrictions could affect the economy.
Doctor Launches Vision Quest To Help Astronauts' Eyeballs
by Lauren Silverman
How The Long-Lash Look Went From The Red Carpet To Everyday Life
by Tanya Ballard Brown