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.
How Did Trump's and Clinton's Economic Policy Speeches Compare?
While both candidates diverge vastly on many issues, they also have some surprising areas of agreement.
Words Of Wisdom From Young Adult Authors: John Corey Whaley
John Corey Whaley is the author of the YA novels Noggin and Highly Illogical Behavior. For our series "Next Chapter," he tells us about how he struggled with feeling isolated at college.
Bird Myth Busters: Do Birds Fly To The Moon In Winter? And Other Unknowns
Do hummingbirds migrate on the backs of geese? And will rice thrown at weddings really make birds explode? Scott Simon gets to the bottom of some bird myths with Ray Brown, host of "Talkin' Birds."
How To Keep Your Coffee In Its Cup: The Claw Grip
What's the best method for holding a cup of coffee so it doesn't spill? NPR's Scott Simon learned that an overhand claw-like grip is best.
UN Approves Bigger Peacekeeping Force To South Sudan
The United Nations is planning to send 4,000 more peacekeeping troops to South Sudan. NPR's Scott Simon talks to journalist Nichola Mandil about why the government is objecting to more peacekeepers.
Latest On Aleppo After Doctors' Open Letter To Obama
NPR's Scott Simon checks back in with a surgeon from Aleppo, Dr. Osama Abo El Ezz, about the current situation in the besieged Syrian city.
Airbnb Hikes Paris Rental Housing Market Prices
The city of Berlin just banned Airbnb because it was swallowing up long-term rentals and driving up prices. Paris is now struggling to temper the explosion of the rental site for the same reasons.
Verizon Transforms To Contend In Silicon Valley
After acquiring Yahoo, Verizon ranks third in digital advertising and is a major player in media and tech. It wants to play in the Silicon Valley sandbox — but don't expect a full transformation yet.
Katie Ledecky Smashes World Record In 800-Meter Freestyle; Michael Phelps Shares Silver
The U.S. swimming team has been exceptional in the summer Olympic games. Last night, Katie Ledecky and Michael Phelps swam their signature events.
Alex Rodriguez Ends Yankees Career; The Latest In Rio Olympics
Alex Rodriguez plays his last baseball game ever, and the Olympics continue. NPR's Scott Simon talks sports with Howard Bryant of ESPN.
Trump's Unscripted Remarks Continue To Dominate Discourse
This week Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton gave major speeches on the economy, but most of the attention was on their gaffes and controversies.