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.
Veterans Of The AIDS Epidemic Reflect On The Lessons That Apply To This One
Some of the people who fought HIV 40 years ago, when it was a frightening and mysterious outbreak in California and New York, say links between public health, community and government are critical.
If Critical Supplies Run Out, Here's How Hospitals Will Make Tough Choices
If crucial medical resources such as ventilators are in short supply, hospitals are supposed to follow ethics protocols to decide who gets treated. But those rules vary, and aren't always clear.
Week In Sports: Rerouting Resources, And Planning For Fall Football
NPR's Scott Simon talks to Howard Bryant of ESPN about the NFL's plans to start its season in September and Wimbledon being canceled for the first time since World War II.
18 Years After Murder And Arrests, Convictions In Daniel Pearl Killing Are Reversed
Wall Street Journal reporter Daniel Pearl, who was looking into jihadi terrorism, was beheaded on camera in early 2002. The Pakistani prosecutor is appealing the ruling to his country's supreme court.
Into The West, From The Far East: 'How Much Of These Hills Is Gold'
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with author C Pam Zhang about her debut novel, which follows two sisters brought from China to the California Gold Rush by their father, who dies soon after they arrive.
Guffawing Through Face Masks: Some Turn To Gallows Humor To Cope With Pandemic
After others were aghast at her jokes, Lori Day formed a Facebook group to share dark coronavirus humor. "There are people in the group who are COVID-positive ... literally laughing from their beds."
Exercise Lifts Your Spirits. Luckily, You Have (Book-Shaped?) Free Weights
Clint Martin, a trainer at the University of Texas at Austin, tells NPR's Scott Simon about the importance of maintaining fitness and nutrition while stuck at home during the coronavirus pandemic.
As Jails And Prisons Reduce Populations, Advocates Call On ICE To Do The Same
There's growing fear of coronavirus outbreaks among the 38,000 immigrants being held in detention centers. "The guards tell us it's all lies, you can't believe the TV. But we know it's the truth."
More Risk But Less Outreach In New York's Densely Packed Public Housing
Mike Kamber, the Executive Director of Bronx Documentary Center, shares his concerns for people in New York City's public housing during the coronavirus pandemic.
What Hopi And Navajo Teachings Tell Us About Pandemics
Shannon Francis is a member of the Hopi Tribe and Navajo Nation. She shares how her ancestors' beliefs shape her thoughts on the coronavirus pandemic.
