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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.
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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.
The History Of Chicago's Public Housing In 'High-Risers'
Cabrini-Green was a symbol for public housing in the late 20th century until it was torn down in 2011. Ben Austen talks with Scott Simon about that history and his new book, High-Risers.
Saturday Sports: Olympics Begin
by Tom Goldman
We have the latest on the Olympic Games in South Korea.
Israel Launches Strikes Against Iranian Targets In Syria
by Ruth Sherlock
Israel's military launched an air raid in Syria. The attack was allegedly targeting sites that are linked to the Iranian military.
The Stock Market's Week
Wages are up but stocks are on a roller coaster. NPR's Scott Simon talks with former Obama administration economist Jason Furman.
Graduate Students At Columbia Try To Bargain As A Union
A year after graduate students at Columbia University formed a union, the administration refuses to bargain with them. Julie Kushner of the United Auto Workers talks with NPR's Scott Simon.
What The Budget Deal Means For Medicare Drug Prices
The new budget will likely lower the cost of expensive prescription drugs for Medicare patients. Elisabeth Rosenthal of Kaiser Health News talks with NPR's Scott Simon.
Democratic Rep. Jackie Speier On The Democrats' Memo
NPR's Scott Simon talks to Rep. Jackie Speier of California, a member of the House Intelligence Committee, about a classified Democratic memo on FBI surveillance.
Why Trump Blocked The Democrats' Memo
by Carrie Johnson
The White House has blocked, for now, the release of a Democratic memo that accuses Republicans of cherry picking intelligence to criticize the FBI and protect the President.
A School Goes From Andrew Jackson To Mary Jackson
by Scott Simon
Jackson Elementary School in Salt Lake City will keep its name, but change its namesake. It will no longer be named for President Andrew Jackson, but Mary Jackson, NASA's first black female engineer.