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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.
What Is The Economic Cost Of Social Distancing?
by Scott Horsley
Much of America's economy has been shut down, in an effort to slow the spread of the coronavirus. Some say this strategy will work, but President Trump wants to see businesses re-open quickly.
Volunteer Group Helps At-Risk New Yorkers As Coronavirus Spreads
by Scott Simon
NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Nuala O'Doherty Naranjo, a community organizer in the Jackson Heights neighborhood of Queens, NY, who created the COVID Care Neighborhood Network.
Ugandan Singer Bobi Wine Releases Song About Fighting The Coronavirus
by Scott Simon
Ugandan musician Bobi Wine has released a musical PSA called "Corona Virus Alert." Wine, whose legal name is Robert Kyagulanyi, who is also a political activist in the country.
As Testing Ramps Up, Some States May Still Be Able To Contain Coronavirus
by Kirk Siegler
Now that testing capacity has increased, some states with low infection rates may still be able to contain COVID-19 outbreaks by tracing contacts of infected people and isolating them.
New York Officials Say Ventilators Are Missing Piece Of Coronavirus Response
by Brian Mann
Ventilators and other key supplies still are badly needed in New York, the state hardest hit by the COVID-19 virus so far. Social distancing may be slowing growth, but the worst is yet to come.
A Father And Son In Milwaukee Reflect On Life At Home During The Pandemic
by Scott Simon
Rowan Cliffe and his dad, Ian, have been spending a lot of time together in Milwaukee. They talk about how the pandemic has kept them at home, using FaceTime, playing porch hockey and baking bread.
Week In Politics: The White House's Response To The Coronavirus Crisis
by Ron Elving
We discuss the federal government's response to the coronavirus pandemic, as well as the points of tension between President Trump and some governors demanding more resources for their state.
How The Coronavirus Crisis Is Changing Bernie Sanders' Campaign Message
by Asma Khalid
Just a couple of weeks ago, Sen. Bernie Sanders was facing constant losses in primaries and calls to drop out. But the coronavirus crisis may be changing his campaign's outlook.
Week In Sports: Leagues Toe The Line Between Health And Sports
by Tom Goldman
We take a look at how different sports are responding to the coronavirus pandemic, and remember Curly Neal, the Harlem Globetrotters legend who died at 77 on Thursday.
Sports Are At A Standstill. Here's How To Sportscast Your Life
by Scott Simon
NPR's Scott Simon speaks to actor Hank Azaria who plays TV's over-the-top sports announcer Jim Brockmire about sportscasting your life now that there are no sports.