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.
Do Putin And Trump Really Have Something To Gain From One Another?
Days after Donald Trump suggested Vladimir Putin hacked Hillary Clinton's email, NPR's Scott Simon explores the Trump-Putin mutual admiration society with veteran Russia reporter Julia Ioffee.
Democratic National Convention Flips The Script With Reagan-esque Themes
The DNC was chock full of chants of "USA!" and salutes to Ronald Reagan and John McCain. Scott Simon talks to conservative author Charlie Sykes, who says it almost sounded like a GOP convention.
DNC Wraps Up A Week In Philadelphia
Democrats wrapped up their convention in Philadelphia this week. NPR's Ron Elving has all the details, and a look ahead to what both candidates need to do in the months before the election.
Trump Hits The Battleground States
Donald Trump is back on the campaign trail. He's rebutting the case Hillary Clinton made against him at the Democratic convention.
West Bank Water Crisis: Palestinians Put Blame On Israel
Israel has reduced the flow of water to the West Bank, causing hardship for Palestinians living there. Depending on whom you ask, the problem comes from either leaky pipes or politics between.
Travel NIghtmare: Monkey Business
In the latest story from listeners about their Travel Nightmares, Susan Ford Hoffert tells us about a monkey attack in South Africa.
The Week In Sports
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Howard Bryant of ESPN.com about the Chicago Cubs, the American League, and what will happen in Rio at the Summer Olympics.
Despite Mixed Reactions, White Activists Feel They Have A Role In Black Lives Matter
White supporters of the movement have encountered responses (from welcoming to wariness) from some African-American activists. That hasn't stopped them from leading pro-BLM protests in Louisville, Ky.
2,200-Year-Oly Mummy Shows Unhealthy Ancient Egyptians
A 2,200 year old mummy that recently went on display in Israel turned out to be a pretty unhealthy guy.
Researchers Report More Great White Sharks Along East Coast
A restoration of the seal population in the Northeast means more activity among their greatest predator. Researchers on Cape Cod are studying the their movements and educating the public about safety.
Muslim Community Takes A Page From African-American Churches To Get Out The Vote
After an election year filled with criticisms of the Muslim community, some mosques are urging their worshippers to vote. To do so, they're borrowing a strategy used by African-American churches.
