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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.
Michigan Rep. Elissa Slotkin Discusses Presidential Election Results
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Democratic Michigan Congresswoman Elissa Slotkin about the final strides to certify the state's election results.
Week In Politics: Biden Prepares To Tackle The Coronavirus Crisis
by Ron Elving
President-elect Joe Biden makes plans to address the drastically worsening coronavirus crisis as President Trump focuses on subverting the election results.
Saturday Sports: COVID-19 Throws A Wrench Into Basketball At All Levels
How players from high school all the way to the NBA are navigating coronavirus this season.
Drug Charges Dropped For Former Mexican Defense Secretary
by Carrie Kahn
Mexico's former defense minister is back home after the U.S. dropped drug trafficking charges against him. The move raises questions about whether he'll face justice.
12 Year Old Lego Fan Builds Intricate Models Of German Soccer Stadiums
NPR's Scott Simon speaks to 12-year-old Joe Bryant, who has been building intricate models of German soccer stadiums out of Lego blocks without any blueprints.
Ugandan Presidential Candidate Discusses Protests Following His Arrest
Protests turned violent this week following the arrest of Ugandan activist and presidential contender Bobi Wine. NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Wine about his campaign.
Hindus In Wyoming Find New Ways To Celebrate Diwali Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
by Naina Rao
Hindus have had to get creative to celebrate Diwali this year. COVID-19 has derailed the holiday that is all about families coming together.