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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.
Several Democrats Call For Conyers To Resign
Pressure on Rep. John Conyers, D-Mich., to resign is growing after allegations of sexual harassment. NPR's Scott Simon asks Rep. Pramila Jayapal, D-Wash., about the feeling among Democrats.
Saturday Sports: Tiger Woods And Eli Manning
by Tom Goldman
Tiger Woods is attempting yet another comeback and Eli Manning will not start for the first time in 13 years.
UNICEF Says Malnutrition In Parts Of Syria Reach Record Levels
UNICEF's Juliette Touma joins NPR's Scott Simon to talk about alarming reports of malnutrition in Syria.
Newly Discovered Andy Warhol Art Up For Auction
by Maria Garcia
A Massachusetts auction house is selling newly discovered Andy Warhol works. They are remnants of the artist's relationship with his last boyfriend found in his mother's attic.
Trump To Decide On U.S. Embassy Location In Israel
by Daniel Estrin
Israelis and Palestinians are waiting to see if President Trump will declare next week that Jerusalem is the capital of Israel, which would change U.S. policy.
Republican Senators Pass Tax Bill
by Scott Horsley
The Republican overhaul of the tax code overcame hurdles to pass the Senate and includes some changes average Americans may feel come tax time, should it make it to the president's desk.
Roy Moore's Effect On Alabama's Economy
by Andrew Yeager
Alabama has long sought to make itself a destination for business investment. But the allegations against Senate candidate Roy Moore may make investors reluctant to come to the state.
D.C. City Council Considers Keeping Suspended Students In School
NPR's Scott Simon talks to Washington, D.C., city council member David Grosso about his proposal to ban out-of-school suspensions in the District's public and charter schools.
Children's Health Insurance Program In Jeopardy In Colorado
Colorado contacted families who receive CHIP health care funding with a warning that support might end in January. NPR's Scott Simon talks with Gretchen Hammer, who runs the Colorado program.