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The program wraps up the week's news and offers a mix of analysis and features on a wide range of topics, including arts, sports, entertainment, and human interest stories.
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.
Migrant Kids Survive Hardship To Reunite With Parents. Then What?
by Rhitu Chatterjee
Tensions Mount Between U.S. And Saudi Arabia Over Killing Of Journalist
NPR's Scott Simon talks about the latest tensions between the U.S. and Saudi Arabia over the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi with former U.S. Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Robert Jordan.
Washington Post Reporter Weighs In On CIA Investigation In Killing Of Journalist
The Washington Post broke the story late Friday that the CIA concluded the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi was carried out on the orders of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman.
Facebook Under-Fire Following New York Times Investigation
A New York Times investigation that ran this week found Facebook failed to counter Russian interference it knew about in the 2016 election. We speak with Rhode Island Congressman David Cicilline.
Different Thanksgiving Stuffing From Across The Country
NPR's Scott Simon looks at unique Thanksgiving stuffing recipes from different U.S. regions.
Rural Town Reacts To Murder Arrest
by Nick Evans
In 2016, members of the Rhoden family were killed in their homes in rural Ohio. This week four members of a different family were charged with aggravated murder.
California Wildfires And How Insurance Comes Into Play
by Jeff Tyler
California wildfires will likely make premiums go up over time and the cost of insurance could become an important factor in home purchases.
Over 600 People Still Missing In California Wildfires
There are over 600 people still missing after the most destructive fire tore through Butte County, Calif. NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Kristin Aquino who is searching for her uncle.
Saturday Politics: Lessons For Democrats And Republicans
by Ron Elving
The midterm elections have slowly begun to take shape... and Senior Washington Correspondent Ron Elving thinks they hold lessons for both the GOP and the Democrats.
Saturday Sports: Tensions Among Golden State Warriors Players
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with ESPN's Howard Bryant about the tensions between Draymond Green and Kevin Durant of the Golden State Warriors.
Book Review: 'My Sister, The Serial Killer'
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Nigerian author Oyinkan Braithwaite about her new book, "My Sister, the Serial Killer."