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The program wraps up the week's news and offers a mix of analysis and features on a wide range of topics, including arts, sports, entertainment, and human interest stories.
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.
Parents With Disabilities Face Extra Hurdles With Kids' Remote Schooling
by Kristin Gourlay
Remembering Baseball Legend Hank Aaron
by Tom Goldman
Hammerin' Hank Aaron has died. The right-handed slugger was one of baseball's best all time hitters. As fierce as he was on the field, he was champion for civil rights off the field.
French Wholesale Food Market Struggles To Send Food To UK Post-Brexit
by Rebecca Rosman
Vendors at a giant produce market south of Paris say sending their produce to post-Brexit Britain is an expensive bureaucratic nightmare. British consumer who will suffer cutbacks in these imports.
Biden's Plan To Expand Coronavirus Vaccine Access
by Selena Simmons-Duffin
President-elect Joe Biden plans for a mass vaccination push that will dramatically expand access amid a worsening pandemic and limited vaccine supply.
Nadia Owusu Examines Her Ghanaian-Armenian Identity In 'Aftershocks'
NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Nadia Owusu about her memoir, Aftershocks.
What It's Like Getting The Coronavirus Vaccine
by Bob Mondello
Over 11 million Americans have now received their first dose of the coronavirus vaccine. Our colleauge Bob Mondello joined them, and sent back an aural postcard.
The U.S.' Democratic Credibility Has Taken A Hit. Here's How To Fix It.
by Michele Kelemen
The assault on the U.S. Capitol is causing much harm to America's image abroad as a promoter of democratic values.
The Republican Party After Trump
NPR's Scott Simon talks with former PA Republican congressman Ryan Costello about where his party goes after Donald Trump.
The Latest On The Federal Investigation Into The Riot At The Capitol
by Carrie Johnson
The Justice Department has opened more than 275 investigations into the Capitol riot. Authorities say they are turning to the most serious crimes including assaults on law enforcement.