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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.
A Family Confronts Life And Death In 'The House Of Broken Angels'
The House of Broken Angels is the latest book by Luis Alberto Urrea. NPR's Scott Simon speaks with the best-selling author about the novel's themes of life, death and mortality.
What Steel Tariffs Would Mean For Consumers
by John Ydstie
President Trump says he intends to impose stiff tariffs on imported steel and aluminum. Many experts say the costs of such a policy will far outweigh the benefits.
Report Accuses North Korea Of Fueling Syria's Chemical Weapons Program
A leaked U.N. report gives details on the arms North Korea has sold to Syria, despite sanctions. Scott Simon talks with Bruce Bechtol, a former Korea analyst at the Defense Intelligence Agency.
A Gun Shop Owner On Age Limits In Sales
A sheriff in Florida has asked local gun shop owners to stop selling semi-automatic weapons to people under 21. Scott Simon talks to Brian DeVito of The Tactical Store. He's agreed to the request.
Rural Communities Take Broadband Into Their Own Hands
by Benny Becker
Millions of people living in rural areas don't have access to broadband Internet. It's expensive to build networks from scratch so local communities are trying new ways to get people online.
What's Next For DACA And DREAMers
DACA was set to expire on Monday but the future is now in limbo. NPR's Scott Simon talks with Rob Jesmer of FWD.us, a group founded to mobilize the tech community to fix our immigration system.
Republicans Befuddled By Trump's Contradictions
by Kelsey Snell
Congressional Republicans have expressed widespread confusion when reacting to the latest policy moves and pronouncements from President Trump.
White House Week: Hope Hicks, Kushner's Business, Trump Talks Trade
by Ron Elving
In the past week the White House faced another high-profile resignation; reports emerged about Jared Kushner's conflicts of interest; and President Trump made surprising comments on guns and trade.
Anthony Scaramucci On White House Turnover
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Anthony Scaramucci, former White House communications director, about the announced departure of his replacement, Hope Hicks, and this week's other political news.
A Basketball Player Lets A Record Stand
At a recent game, a University of Iowa player was poised to break a school record of 34 consecutive free throws. But he missed, on purpose, to honor the player who held the record.
Saturday Sports: Baseball Season Approaches
NPR's Scott Simon talks baseball with ESPN's Howard Bryant about baseball, including spring training and the MLB's attempt to appeal to younger audiences.