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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.
Speaking Out Against FGM
NPR's Scott Simon asks female genital mutilation survivor Maryum Saifee why she wishes Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., had seized on an opportunity to advocate for FGM survivors.
Puerto Rico's New Governor Is Sworn In
by David Welna
Puerto Rico's embattled governor stepped down as promised and the Washington insider he chose to succeed him was sworn in. Still, the uncertainty and mistrust lingers.
To Aid Minority Representation, California Cities Change How They Elect City Councils
by Claire Trageser
California has improved minority representation on city councils by moving from at-large seats to district elections. It's a change that came about because of lawsuits over voter rights.
Week In Politics
NPR's Scott Simon asks Molly Ball, national political correspondent for Time magazine, about the week's political developments.
Saturday Sports: Yankees And Red Sox, Concussions In Football
Scott Simon talks with Howard Bryant about the Red Sox and the Yankees battling this weekend, the Astros, and the death of an NFL great that's renewing concern about concussions.
U.S.-Russia Arms Control Treaty Ends
by Michele Kelemen
A landmark arms control treaty signed by the U.S. and the Soviet Union three decades ago expired on Friday. The Kremlin and the Trump administration blamed each other for its demise.
From Auto Mechanic To Doctor
Carl Allamby was a successful car mechanic and small business owner when he decided at the age of 40 to go to medical school. Now a doctor, he talks with host Scott Simon about his experience.
What Hong Kong's Turmoil Means For Taiwan
by Julie McCarthy
Hong Kong's turmoil reverberates among Taiwanese. Many have a sense dread that as Hong Kong goes, so goes Taiwan. Others are less bothered, believing that China will leave well enough alone.
The Try Guys Try Interviewing Laura Hillenbrand
The Try Guys are four YouTube stars who'll try almost anything, including Scott Simon's job. Keith Habersberger, Ned Fulmer, Zach Kornfeld and Eugene Lee Yang interview author Laura Hillenbrand.
The Dangers Of Environmental Activism In The Philippines
The Philippines is the deadliest country for environmental activists, according to a watchdog group. NPR's Scott Simon speaks to environmental activist Leon Dulce about the violence in that country.