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.
Pakistan's Polio Fight Provides Structure — And Concern — For COVID Vaccination
The country had nearly annihilated polio before conspiracy theories gave the disease room to spread. An army of health workers is set to give coronavirus vaccines too — if Pakistanis will take them.
A Riot, A Curfew, A Rush To Get Groceries — And A Surprise Chance To Get Vaccinated
Washington, D.C., teacher Sam Sokoloff was in the right place at the right time: a Safeway just before a curfew, and just before two shots of coronavirus vaccine would have to be thrown away.
COVID Cases Finally Are Falling. Experts Worry Variants Could Erase That Fast
The Biden administration must do more to identify and track three fast-spreading mutations of the COVID-19 virus, researchers say. Clearer CDC guidelines for masks and reopening would help too.
A Year Since First U.S. Death, COVID-19 Has Exacted A Heavy Toll
The pandemic has killed more than 440,000 Americans. Here's a look back at the stories of three of them — a World War II veteran, a Navajo leader and the owner of an Illinois barbecue joint.
Why A Major COVID-19 Tracking Project Is Shutting Down
Alexis Madrigal, who co-founded a tracker for The Atlantic Magazine, tells NPR's Scott Simon that the federal government's efforts have improved, making outside efforts to collect data less essential.
Few COVID Vaccination Clinics Are Placed In Hardest-Hit Communities
An NPR analysis of finds that U.S. distribution sites are more common in whiter areas, despite the pandemic's disproportionate impact on Blacks and Latinos.
Awake In The Dark, A Musician Finds His Muse
Jacob Allen, who performs as Puma Blue, suffered from chronic insomnia. And he's used his sleeplessness as inspiration for his new album "In Praise of Shadows."
Week In Politics: Latest Coronavirus Relief Bill Still Has Hurdles To Clear
NPR's Ron Elving breaks down all the latest political developments, including the latest blows in the fight for the future of the Republican Party.
A Winter Of Joy For Powderhounds Falling In Love With Backcountry Skiing
The pandemic meant the end of skiing in resorts that had chairlifts. But at back-country runs operated without lifts, it's business as usual.
Super Bowl Matchups, Baseball Deals And More From The Week In Sports
Scott Simon talks with ESPN's Howard Bryant about the how coronavirus may impact the Super Bowl, the game's high-profile quarterbacks, and a big signing by the Los Angeles Dodgers.
He's Attended Every Super Bowl. A Pandemic Won't Keep Him From Kickoff
NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Don Crisman, 84, who's been in the seats at every Super Bowl since the first one in 1967. Crisman will attend year's game too, despite the pandemic.
