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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.
Birth Of The Taliban
by Greg Myre
After being removed from power in 2001, the Taliban signed a peace deal with the U.S. last month. A look at the origins of the group whose political fortunes seem to have come full circle.
Census Will Ask White People More About Their Ethnicities
by Hansi Lo Wang
This year, the Census Bureau is asking those who mark "white" as their race to add their origin: Germany or Italy, for example. But some white people say they're not sure how to answer that question.
New Documentary Examines How Black Girls Are Disproportionately Punished In Schools
NPR's Renee Montagne speaks to Monique Morris who produced the documentary "Pushout: The Criminalization of Black Girls in Schools," based on her book of the same name.
Ages Ago, Beads Made From Ostrich Eggshells Cemented Friendships Across Vast Distances
A new study shows that ostrich eggshell beads were more than just decorative jewelry for the hunter-gatherers in sub-Saharan Africa, as archaeologist Brian Stewart explains.
Behold: The Magic Of Take Your Child To Work Night
by Samantha Balaban
Son Talks About 89-Year-Old Dad's Recovery From COVID-19
Eugene Campbell, 89, contracted COVID-19 while at the Life Care Center in Kirkland, Washington. His son, Charlie Campbell, tells NPR's Renee Montagne that his father has recovered and is doing well.
Coping With Anxiety Over COVID-19
NPR's Renee Montagne speaks to psychologist Maggie Mulqueen about how COVID-19 has affected her patients suffering from anxiety.
Coronavirus Update: Drive-Through Testing And Other Developments
by Rob Stein
The U.S. government has ramped up its efforts to deal with coronavirus, including moves to help Americans know about their exposure to it.
Coronavirus Outbreak Means An Idle March For American Sports
by Tom Goldman
In an effort to stop the spread of the coronavirus, sports events across the country, and the globe, are being canceled or postponed.
Week In Politics: Trump Declares National Emergency
by Franco Ordoñez
This week in politics, President Trump intensifies his administration's response to the coronavirus, while Congress tries to pass a relief bill.