Chileans weigh a new constitution
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.
What's Ahead In U.K. Politics
Roula Khalaf of the Financial Times talks with Scott Simon about what's next for Britain's Prime Minister Theresa May after her Conservative Party lost seats in Thursday's election.
Loss Of Steel Jobs Lingers In Fairfield
Two years ago the last big steel blast furnace closed down in Fairfield, Ala. Since then, laid off workers have been trying to find new careers.
An Unexpected Funeral Procession
Marjorie Boykin was driving and saw police lights behind her. She thought she was being pulled over, but it turned out she was leading a funeral procession for University of Alabama coach Bear Bryant.
Saturday Sports: Cleveland Cavaliers Take A Win Against Warriors
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Jeh Jeh Pruitt of local TV station WBRC Fox 6 about the NBA finals, and what Alabama and Auburn fans are talking about in the off-season.
Will China Take A Bigger Role As The U.S. Leaves The Climate Pact?
As the U.S. withdrawals from the climate deal, China is positioned to lead environmental efforts. NPR's Scott Simon talks to Alvin Lin from the Natural Resources Defense Council's China Program.
Downs' Album Mixes Traditional Mexican Genres With A Strong Feminist Pulse
Grammy-winning Mexican-American recording star Lila Downs has a new album: Salón, Lágrimas y Deseo. Through her blend of genres, she looks for common ground in both her polarized countries.
Max Boot Commentary Post: 'Trump's Hand In Duterte's Dirty Work'
The Philippines president brags about killing drug dealers and is praised by President Trump. Max Boot of the Council on Foreign Relations tells NPR's Scott Simon that Trump's approach is wrong.
A Busy Week In Politics: Climate Pact, Russia Probe
President Trump announced the U.S. will exit the climate deal, and there was more news about the Russia investigation. And next week, former FBI Director James Comey testifies before the Senate.
Texas Freedom Caucus' Tactics Anger Many State Lawmakers
The arch-conservative Freedom Caucus has stymied congressional Republicans over the past several years. A copycat group in Texas and other places is forcing the state legislative agenda to the right.