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.
Alligator Records founder Bruce Iglauer on 50 years of celebrating the Blues
Scott Simon notes Alligator Records' 50th anniversary year with founder Bruce Iglauer.
US and Russian officials have agreed to discuss Ukraine tensions and role of NATO
Ukraine and the West are still worried about Russian military aggression. Russian president Vladimir Putin addressed the situation during his end-of-the-year press conference.
Christmas celebrations in Bethlehem are intimate this year
With the usual throngs of foreigners absent, Palestinian Muslims and Christians gathered in Manger Square and the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem to celebrate Christmas.
New store Yu And Me Books in NYC's Chinatown highlights works by immigrant authors
Scott Simon speaks to Lucy Yu, owner of a new bookstore in New York City that highlights Asian American literature and works by immigrant authors.
Books we love: NPR's top picks for 2021 memoirs
From NPR's yearly reading list, Books We Love, we hear suggestions for four memoirs that are well worth your time.
The economy is on edge as COVID-19 cases rise
Rising coronavirus cases are forcing the cancellation of sporting events, Broadway shows and in-person meetings. Economic fallout from the new omicron variant could come next.
Inflation may be worse in our heads than in reality
Scott Simon speaks with University of Chicago economist Stefan Nagel about the psychological effects of inflation.
U.S. COVID-19 deaths surpasses 800,000
As the number of confirmed COVID deaths surpasses 800,000, Scott Simon speaks with Pastor Jesse Rincones of San Antonio about consoling families that have lost loved ones.
Missouri attorney general tells localities and schools to stop mandating masks
After a judge's ruling, the Missouri attorney general ordered schools and health districts to drop their mask mandates. But critics say he's misinterpreting the court decision for political gain.
An FDA decision gives more access to abortion pills by mail, but state laws differ
It's estimated that abortion pills account for as many as 40% of abortions in the U.S. This week, the FDA made a permanent rule change that eases access to these pills.