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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.
Gaming The Tax Code
by Jim Zarroli
Experts predict the new rules in the proposed tax overhaul will lead to many complexities in the tax code. And that likely means new opportunities for tax lawyers to find ways to game the system.
What's Behind Bitcoin's All-Time High Value
The value of digital currency bitcoin has skyrocketed. But what is bitcoin and is it just a bubble? Timothy Lee of Ars Technica explains to NPR's Scott Simon.
How The GOP Tax Bill Would Affect Community Colleges
The tax overhaul making its way though Congress includes some provisions that worry Jose Adames, president of El Centro College, a community college in Dallas. NPR's Scott Simon asks him why.
How Women From The U.S. Could Be At Risk Of Genital Mutilation
by Matt Katz
Young women from the U.S. are at increasing risk of a dangerous ritual known as female genital mutilation. Federal law enforcement has launched an awareness campaign about "vacation cutting."
Trump Rallies For Roy Moore Ahead Of Tuesday's Election
John Archibald from The Birmingham News and al.com joins NPR's Scott Simon to preview Tuesday's special election in Alabama.
California Fires Update
by Eric Westervelt
Wildfires that are burning in across Southern California have killed at least one person.
How The Democrats And Republican Are Responding To Sexual Misconduct
NPR's Scott Simon talks with political analysts Karine Jean-Pierre and Mary Kate Cary about the political parties' reactions to the national conversation about sexual harassment.