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.
Cities Must Rethink Public Transportation As States Reopen Amid Pandemic
As businesses reopen, many city dwellers worry about the risks of public transit. Cities are trying to figure out how to safeguard public health, keep people moving, and avoid a gridlock nightmare.
Muslims Prepare To Celebrate Eid Holiday Virtually
Eid is traditionally spent with family and friends, but due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Muslims across the U.S. will be celebrating the end of Ramadan virtually.
Arctic Researchers Return Home To A Pandemic
An Arctic research expedition faces a carefully orchestrated crew change. Members reflect on how they feel about emerging from the ship into a pandemic, or from social isolation into close quarters.
Week In Sports: Colleges Prepare For Fall; Remembering Utah Jazz Coach Jerry Sloan
Colleges are preparing for the next athletic season amid the pandemic. Utah Jazz Coach Jerry Sloan is remembered. ESPN's Michael Jordan documentary ends.
Hong Kong Lawmaker On China's Controversial New Security Laws
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Emily Lau about China's plan for new national security laws affecting the region, which would punish antigovernment protests and secessionist behavior.
Meredith Talusan On Her New Memoir, Life As A Child Star, Relationship With Parents
Author Meredith Talusan talks to NPR's Scott Simon about her new memoir, Fairest.
Kashmir Internet Restrictions Impede Fight Against Coronavirus
NPR's Scott Simon talks to Kashmiri journalist Gowhar Geelani about how India's lockdown and internet restrictions are impacting efforts to control the coronavirus outbreak.
Illinois Hospital Fighting To Serve COVID-19 Patients Amid Financial Struggles
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Dr. Alfredo Mena Lora of Chicago's St. Anthony Hospital about how his institution is faring with COVID-19 amid a budget shortfall.
Antibody Testing Is Increasing, But A Positive Result Doesn't Prove Immunity
As more people get tested for antibodies to the coronavirus, fears rise that they'll let down their guard mistakenly believing antibodies guarantee protection.
'COVID Tracking Project' Co-Founder On Misleading Virus Statistics
NPR's Scott Simon talks with The Atlantic's Robinson Meyer, co-founder of the COVID Tracking Project, about inconsistent state reporting of data.
