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.
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.
It's Electric: Novel Re-Creates Charged Rivalry Between Edison And Westinghouse
In the 1880s, Thomas Edison and George Westinghouse battled over control of America's nascent electrical system. Graham Moore tells their story in The Last Days of Night.
A 12-Year-Old Travel Agent Who Booked His Parent's Vacation
Next time you're planning a vacation, it might be wise to enlist the help of a child. NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Leo Kugel, who did just that.
Public Radio Host Goes Pro-Basketball — With A Podcast, Of Course
Kareem Maddox was a familiar voice on KUNC-FM as local host of NPR's All Things Considered. NPR's Scott Simon talks with him about a career move to pro basketball in Poland.
Former George W. Bush Advisor Among Foreign Policy Experts Who Say Never Trump
Kori Schake, a foreign policy adviser to President George W. Bush, is one of the Republicans who's declared support for Hillary Clinton. Scott Simon talks with her about her choice.
As Trump Poll Numbers Slip, He Warns Of A Rigged Election
As Donald Trump's poll numbers slip, he's warning of a rigged elections. We get the latest from the candidate's appearances in swing states.