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 Politics: U.S. Jobs Report, DOJ Drops Criminal Case Against Michael Flynn
NPR's Ron Elving talks about the historic U.S. unemployment rate, and the Justice Department's move to drop its criminal case against former national security adviser Michael Flynn.
So, You're Not Talking Much In Quarantine. Here's How To Keep Your Voice Healthy
With social distancing, many people are speaking less and their voices sound raggedy. NPR's Scott Simon talks with speech pathologist Sandy Hirsch, about keeping the voice sounding as it should.
A Realtor Reflects On The Impact Of Lockdown On Her Business
Marilyn Rivera Torres, a realtor in Puerto Rico, says the lockdown has dried up her finances. Confusion over the governor's executive orders also make it unclear how to resume her business.
These Scientists Are On A Quest To Understand How Prevalent Coronavirus Is
A team of scientists at Oregon State University are trying to measure the true prevalence of the coronavirus in Corvallis, Ore., by taking a random sample of the population.
Week In Sports: Competitive Cornhole To Air On ESPN, NASCAR Slated To Return
Cornhole is making a comeback on ESPN. And NASCAR is slated to return to TV, but questions still remain about football, baseball, basketball and football.
Author Amy Jo Burns On Her Debut Novel 'Shiner'
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with author Amy Jo Burns about her debut novel, "Shiner," set in the West Virginia mountains.
A Look At The U.S. Unemployment Rate, Now At Its Worst Since Great Depression
NPR's Scott Simon talks with economist William Rodgers about the spiraling U.S. job losses due to the pandemic. The unemployment rate is now the worst since the Great Depression.
How Can Meatpacking Plants Adapt To The Threat Of COVID-19?
Meatpacking plants are hotspots for the coronavirus, with workers elbow-to-elbow as animals are processed on a conveyor belt. So, how can these factories be adapted to keep workers healthy?
A Salon Owner Worries About The Lockdown's Impact On Her Business
Christine Maccarone of New Jersey styles hair in nursing homes and hospitals. She's worried about her business surviving the state lockdown, and the well-being of her elderly clients.
Runners Across U.S. Pay Tribute To Ahmaud Arbery With #IRunWithMaud
People across the country dedicated 2.23 miles to show solidarity for Ahmaud Arbery, who was shot and killed on Feb. 23 while jogging in Georgia. Two men have been charged with murdering Arbery.
