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.
How Did Trump's and Clinton's Economic Policy Speeches Compare?
While both candidates diverge vastly on many issues, they also have some surprising areas of agreement.
Words Of Wisdom From Young Adult Authors: John Corey Whaley
John Corey Whaley is the author of the YA novels Noggin and Highly Illogical Behavior. For our series "Next Chapter," he tells us about how he struggled with feeling isolated at college.
Jerry Sandusky, Former Penn State Football Coach, Takes Stand To Deny Sex Abuse
In court Friday, former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky, 72, denied the child molestation charges on which he was convicted. He wants a new trial, or his conviction thrown out.
Glenn Beck Speaks At Conservative Blog 'RedState' Gathering
The conservative blog RedState hosts its annual gathering in Denver this weekend. NPR's Scott Simon talks to radio host Glenn Beck who is giving the keynote speech.
'Tone Deaf' Trump Campaign Might Have To Worry About Utah
Trump's struggle to appeal to Mormon voters could make Utah a swing state. NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Chris Karpowitz, of Brigham Young University's Center for the Study of Elections and Democracy.
Clinton Spends Week Going After Trump
Hillary Clinton wrapped up a week touring battleground states. She spent much of her time criticizing Donald Trump, much to her supporters' delight.
Bird Myth Busters: Do Birds Fly To The Moon In Winter? And Other Unknowns
Do hummingbirds migrate on the backs of geese? And will rice thrown at weddings really make birds explode? Scott Simon gets to the bottom of some bird myths with Ray Brown, host of "Talkin' Birds."
How To Keep Your Coffee In Its Cup: The Claw Grip
What's the best method for holding a cup of coffee so it doesn't spill? NPR's Scott Simon learned that an overhand claw-like grip is best.
UN Approves Bigger Peacekeeping Force To South Sudan
The United Nations is planning to send 4,000 more peacekeeping troops to South Sudan. NPR's Scott Simon talks to journalist Nichola Mandil about why the government is objecting to more peacekeepers.
Latest On Aleppo After Doctors' Open Letter To Obama
NPR's Scott Simon checks back in with a surgeon from Aleppo, Dr. Osama Abo El Ezz, about the current situation in the besieged Syrian city.
Airbnb Hikes Paris Rental Housing Market Prices
The city of Berlin just banned Airbnb because it was swallowing up long-term rentals and driving up prices. Paris is now struggling to temper the explosion of the rental site for the same reasons.