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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.
Albuquerque's distinctive Christmas tree will be retired this year after 3 decades
by Scott Simon
In Albuquerque, this season is the last for a giant Christmas tree made up of smaller trees in Plaza Don Luis. The structure is being retired from its spot of three decades.
Looking for a laugh? Here are some of NPR's favorite funny books of 2021
Want to read and laugh? From NPR's yearly reading list, Books We Love, four NPR staffers offer their suggestions.
There are too many bison in Yellowstone. Some will be relocated to tribal nations
by Scott Simon
Yellowstone's bison population is booming and will be culled. Scott Simon talks to Troy Heinert, executive director of the InterTribal Buffalo Council, about how tribes are involved.
For a dose of spiritual healing, tap into Daniel Lanois' latest album 'Heavy Sun'
by Scott Simon
We revisit a conversation between Scott Simon and legendary music producer Daniel Lanois, who said he hoped to uplift spirits with the space-gospel vibe of his album, "Heavy Sun."
Severe weather devastated the Midwest and the South overnight
by David Schaper
Severe weather across several states in the Midwest and the South have left dozens injured and destroyed hundreds of buildings. In Kentucky, the governor says at least 70 people may be dead.
Parents of the Michigan school shooting suspect charged with involuntary manslaughter
by Quinn Klinefelter
The parents of the shooter in this week's shooting at a Michigan school have been charged in connection with the killings.
An interview 21 months delayed: Patti LuPone talks 'Company' back on Broadway
by Scott Simon
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Patti LuPone, one of the stars of the revival of Stephen Sondheim and George Furth's musical "Company" on Broadway.
Omicron COVID-19 cases spreading at alarming rate in South Africa
by Eyder Peralta
South Africa's major cities are seeing a dramatic rise in COVID-19 cases driven by the omicron variant.
A rare winter wildfire is a sign of climate change lengthening fire season
by Shaylee Ragar
A small town in Montana is recovering after a rare winter wildfire destroyed dozens of homes and businesses. A fire ecologist says this is lengthening fire season is due to climate change.
Saturday sports: Wrapping up the NFL season; Grizzlies set margin of victory record
Scott Simon speaks with Howard Bryant of Meadowlark Media about the NFL season's homestretch, plus basketball highs and lows.