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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.
Indiana Reacts To Trump's Running Mate Pick Gov. Mike Pence
by Brandon Smith
Republican vice presidential candidate Mike Pence has been involved in Indiana politics for years. But lately, his reputation at home has taken a hit, even among Republicans.
ISIS Claims Responsibility Despite No Known Terrorist Links To Suspect
The French authorities continue their investigation into Thursday's terrorist attack in Nice. NPR's Linda Wertheimer talks with Eleanor Beardsley.
Turkey Coup Attempt Leaves President Erdogan With Uncertain Grip On Country
NPR's Linda Wertheimer speaks with Soner Cagaptay of the Washington Institute about what the overnight coup attempt may mean for Turkish politics.
As ISIS 'Caliphate' Shrinks, New Tactics Pose Threats
NPR's Linda Wertheimer speaks with Middle East expert Hassan Hassan about the group's violent strategies as it continues to lose territory, and what it means for the international fight against them.
Global Security: What To Expect After France, Turkey Attacks
NPR's Linda Wertheimer speaks with Juan Zarate, senior adviser of the Center for Strategic and International Studies, about security after the attacks in Turkey and Nice.
Nice Attack Victim's Student Remembers A Favorite Teacher
Laurence Heda remembers Michael Pellegrini, who died along with four members of his family when a truck barreled through a crowd in Nice, France, killing at least 84 people.
Assessing International Fallout From Failed Military Turkey Coup
A military coup attempt in Turkey has injected more instability into a crucial ally of the the U.S. in the Middle East. NPR's Linda Wertheimer talks with NPR's Deb Amos.
Police Strife Post Dallas Attack: Being Black As An Officer Is 'A Burden We Carry'
It's been just over a week since the killing of five police officers in Dallas. NPR's Linda Wertheimer speaks with Lt. Thomas Glover, president of the Black Police Association of Greater Dallas.
Are Trump Supporters Nostalgic For A Fading White, Christian America?
NPR's Linda Wertheimer speaks with Robert P. Jones, author of "The End of White Christian America."
New Research Debunks The Dinosaur's Roar
New studies prove that dinosaurs may not have roared in their days on the earth. NPR's Linda Wertheimer talks to paleontologist Julia Clarke about her new discovery — the cooing sounds of dinosaurs.
France Remains On High Alert After Third Attack in 18 Months
France extended its state of emergency by three months after the attack in Nice, the third major terrorist incident in eighteen months. NPR's Linda Wertheimer talks to Sophie Peder about the mood in France.