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.
Week In Sports: Washington Football Team Agrees To Review Controversial Name
The Washington football team is again under pressure to change its name. Former WNBA player Maya Moore helps free a man from prison. And, will basketball seasons take place this year?
Week In Sports: A Look At How Sports Leagues Are Handling COVID-19
NPR's Scott Simon and ESPN's Howard Bryant talk the latest in sports this week, including the latest on baseball and football leagues' response to the pandemic and their schedules.
Gravediggers Give Glimpse To The Severity Of COVID-19 In Kabul
Kabul's cemeteries are hiring more grave diggers and they're preparing burial spots in advance to deal with a rush of COVID-19 victims.
Eric Andre Makes His Netflix Comedy Special Debut In 'Legalize Everything'
NPR's Scott Simon talks to the comedian Eric Andre about his new Netflix special, Legalize Everything.
Author Silvia Moreno-Garcia On Her New Haunted House Mystery
Silvia Moreno-Garcia's new novel Mexican Gothic features a newlywed, her cousin, and a mansion that terrifies. NPR's Scott Simon talks with the author about the appeal of horror.
As States Reopen, Returning Workers Wonder How Employers Will Protect Them
As people around the country head back to work, many are concerned that their workplace isn't safe enough to protect them from COVID-19. We take a look at what protections and options workers have.
White House Coronavirus Task Force Meets Again Amid Dramatic Coronavirus Case Surge
The White House held a coronavirus task force briefing for reporters, the first since late April. Case numbers are surging in states such as Texas and Arizona.
Ohio Resident Moves Mom Out Of Nursing Home Due To COVID-19 Pandemic
When the COVID-19 pandemic prevented Patty Neidert from seeing her mom, she decided to take her out of the nursing home she was living in. She shares her story.
Florida Sees Another Record Single Day Spike In Coronavirus Cases
Florida reported nearly 9,000 coronavirus infections on Thursday — smashing Wednesday's record of 5,000. It's another indication measures to stop the virus' spread have fallen short in Florida.
A Look At Songs Inspired By The 2020 Protests For Racial Justice
We take a listen to some of the protest songs of 2020, including Black Lives Matter by Richard Alexander, Mercy by Joy Oladokun and Anderson Paak's Lockdown.