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.
Guatemala Signed Trump's Deal To Limit Asylum Seekers. Can The Country Fulfill It?
President Trump convinced Guatemala to agree to keep asylum seekers from other countries rather than let them travel north. But it's unclear whether Guatemala can fulfill the deal.
Week In Politics: Robert Mueller Hearing And Growing Concerns Over Russian Meddling
Robert Mueller has spoken; Republicans want to move on, Democrats don't. Meanwhile, more concerns about potential Russian tampering in the 2020 election.
Sports Roundup: Boxing Deaths, Olympic Swimming And The WNBA
Two boxing deaths in one week, a preview of Olympic swimming, and a check-in about the WNBA: Host Scott Simon gets an update from NPR sports correspondent Tom Goldman.
Author Caitlin Horrocks Explores Brilliance of Composer Erik Satie In 'The Vexations'
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Caitlin Horrocks about her debut novel, The Vexations. It's about French composer Erik Satie and his siblings.
Top Intelligence Boss Creates A New Role: The Election Threats Executive
The nation's intelligence agencies have designated one person to be in charge of coordinating the government's efforts to identify threats to U.S. elections.
National Intelligence Director Creates New Position To Protect U.S. Elections
The move by Dan Coats comes as intelligence officials warn that the 2020 elections remain susceptible to attacks from foreign governments or others intent on disrupting the process.
A Spotlight On Iran's Relationship With U.S., U.K.
NPR's Jackie Northam provides the latest update on the situation with Iran as tensions escalate with the United States and the United Kingdom.
Trump's Remarks Against Congresswomen Are Not The Only Example Of The 'Go Back' Taunt
Immigrants, the children of immigrants and other people of color or those with minority backgrounds are often told to "go back" home. They share their stories.
What Could Come At The Mueller Hearings
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, member of the House Intelligence Committee, about the scheduled hearings with special counsel Robert Mueller.