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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.
As ISIS Strategy Evolves, Mosul Battle Gets Tougher On Iraqi Forces
An Iraqi special forces commander explains the drone-dropped bombs and other ISIS tactics making the battle for Mosul so difficult.
Israel's Expectations For U.S. Policy With Incoming Administration
Chemi Shalev, a columnist for the Israeli newspaper Haaretz, shares Israeli reaction to president-elect Trump's moves to align U.S. policy more closely with the Israeli government.
Trump Ordered For Deposition In D.C. Hotel Restaurant Case
by Peter Overby
President-elect Trump is scheduled to testify under oath in January at Trump Tower — just weeks before he raises his hand to swear in at his inauguration.
Do The World's Oldest Jokes Still Hold Up?
by A.J. Jacobs
Is comedy timeless? Comedian Jim Gaffigan explores that question by delivering ancient jokes to an unsuspecting audience.
NPR Holiday Leftovers Presents: A 'Stollen' Recipe
Weekend Edition has been collecting holiday recipes from NPR staffers. This morning, we feature German Christmas Stollen, a favorite of NPR's Kim Bryant.
German Authorities Enlist Online Hunters To Combat Radicalization Of Muslim Youth
German authorities are using online hunters who sift through websites and videos to find Muslim extremists and monitor their recruitment efforts.
Tectonic Shifts In Climate Politics: Researchers Confused On Trump Era Consequences
Trump has sent mixed signals about how he regards climate science. Researchers are divided over whether to appeal him, or prepare for a fight.
Child Sexual Abuse Soccer Scandal Rocks U.K.
Britain is reeling from a scandal involving allegations of sexual abuse in youth soccer. NPR's Scott Simon talks to Guardian reporter Daniel Taylor, who broke the story.
Obama Suggests Putin Had Role As U.S. Recasts Antagonistic Relationship With Russia
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Washington Post columnist David Ignatius about the growing antagonism between the US and Russia.