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.
My Signature Song: 'Shut Up And Dance'
Meg Schmidt of Grand Rapids, Mich., says the Walk The Moon song helped get her — and most of her family — out of her comfort zone on one of the most special days of her life.
Deep Political Rifts Often Have Led U.S. To Transformation, Researcher Say
America is once again in a sharply polarized era, which makes Lee Drutman of the nonpartisan group New America optimistic. He notes that such times spurred the Revolutionary War and Civil Rights era.
Tourists Are Overrunning A Pakistani Region That's Too Friendly For Its Own Good
Locals in Pakistan's northern highlands call tourists "guests," often welcoming them into their homes. But with domestic tourists nearly outnumbering locals, patience is wearing thin.
'Worn This Day' Lets You Step Into Historical Figures' Shoes, Vests, Dresses And More
Kimberly Chrisman-Campbell's new book is a year-long daily walk through history, and the place of clothing in it. She talks to NPR's Scott Simon about some of the articles she featured.
The White House Says Nursing Home Regulations Are Too Tough
The Trump administration wants reduce the "burden" on nursing home operators by relaxing the rules governing the facilities. Critics see troubling implications for the care of millions of residents.
Two Stars' Suicides Draw Scrutiny To Pressures Of K-Pop Industry, Fans
The deaths of singers Sulli and Goo Hara within weeks of each other are putting a spotlight on mental health, cyberbullying and social issues in South Korea.
Garth Reeves, A Leader In The Black Press And Civil Rights, Dies At 100
Reeves' Miami Times earned a reputation as the Voice of Black Miami, and was recognized in 2011 as the top black newspaper in the country. NPR's Scott Simon talks to a former Times reporter.
Week In Politics: More Impeachment Hearings As Trump Heads To NATO Summit
The meeting in London comes as several of the member-countries are dealing with recent terror attacks and political turmoil. For President Trump, that will mean House Judiciary Committee hearings.
Is Crimea Russian? U.S. And EU Say No, Apple Says Kremlin Can See What It Wants To
The tech giant's apps are doing what the European Union and the U.S. won't: Recognizing Russia's annexation of the peninsula seized from Ukraine. Users in Russia will see it as part of their country.
U.S. Iran Tensions May Be Coming To A Head; Is The White House Prepared?
Brett McGurk, a former U.S. envoy to the coalition fighting ISIS, says there's good reason to worry about a near-term confrontation with Iran — and if and the Trump administration is ready for it.
