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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.
President-Elect Donald Trump Names Mike Pence To Lead Transition Team
President-elect Donald Trump named his transition committee on Friday, which contains many familiar names from his campaign, from top surrogates, to his children.
Second-Generation Sportscaster Joe Buck: 'I Hear My Dad More In Me Now'
by NPR Staff
"I will forever be known to some people as Jack Buck's son," the announcer says. "And thank God he and I were best friends or that would drive me nuts." His new book is called Lucky Bastard.
Slovakian Brothers Named Fastest Gravediggers In Central Europe
The two winners beat out stiff competition at this week's International Exhibition of Funeral, Burial, and Cremation Services.
After Big Promises, Where Do Trump's Plans For Economy Stand?
The president-elect vowed faster economic growth through business tax cuts and leasing federal lands for energy developments. Scott Simon speaks to economist Stephen Moore, one of Trump's advisors.
Indiana Working-Class Voters Hope Trump Will Deliver On Jobs Promises
by David Schaper
Donald Trump's victory in Indiana was even bigger than expected. Now, blue collar workers have high hopes that Trump can bolster manufacturing and bring back jobs from overseas, as promised.
Is Birdfeeding Just, Well, For The Birds?
What do birds like to chow down on anyway? And what to do with pesky squirrels? NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Talkin' Birds host Ray Brown about birdfeeding.
'Rigged' Election Myths Contradict Voter Fraud's Low Threat To Sway Outcome
A minority of American voters believe the polls will be accurately tallied in the 2016 election. But fraud or tampering with the voting process — even via hacking — is highly unusual and unlikely.
Trump Looks To Close In On Clinton In Battleground States
by Don Gonyea
Donald Trump spent Friday campaigning in several key battleground states: New Hampshire, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. He's presenting his case for Tuesday's election.