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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.
Week In Politics: Congressional Democrats Vs. The White House
by Ron Elving
Another week of standoffs between the executive and legislative branches.
Saturday Sports: Red Sox At White House, NHL, NBA Playoffs
NPR's Scott Simon and Howard Bryant of ESPN talk NBA and NHL playoffs, as well as discuss the politics of team celebrations at the White House.
French Telecom Executives On Trial Over 'Moral Harassment'
by Jake Cigainero
Prosecutors have charged executives at the biggest telecom company in France with "moral harassment." Labor advocates say the work environment was so hostile, it was the reason for worker suicides.
Europe And The Iran Deal
NPR's Scott Simon asks Pierre Vimont of Carnegie Europe about how European countries should approach Iran's latest announcement that it would resume some nuclear activities it had halted earlier.
Trade Talks End With No Agreement
by Scott Horsley
Trade talks between the U.S. and China ended Friday with no agreement. But both sides said the negotiations were constructive. The U.S. imposed higher tariffs on $200 billion in Chinese imports.
Former Trump Adviser Dan DiMicco On China Tariffs
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Dan DiMicco, a former senior trade adviser to Donald Trump in 2016, about the president's trade policies, including his use of tariffs.
What It Means When Students Become 'Heroes'
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with licensed professional counselor Melissa Glaser about her advice for parents and students on students fighting back during a school shooting.
When Mozart Makes You Say 'Wow'
by Scott Simon
A 9-year-old who attended a performance of "Masonic Funeral Music" at the Boston Symphony Hall last Sunday expressed his exuberance at the end.
Cuban Diva Omara Portuondo Feels As Strong As Ever On 'Last Kiss' World Tour
by Mandalit del Barco