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.
Economist Says Spain Needs A Siesta
Economist Nuria Chinchilla is trying to change Spain's sleep schedule. She tells NPR's Scott Simon about her efforts to get the government to align the workday with the rest of the world.
Exploring The Roots Of The Violence In Chicago
NPR's Scott Simon talks with WBEZ reporter Natalie Moore about the increased violence, the mistrust of police and the lingering effects of the migration of African-Americans to the city a century ago.
In The Presidential Primaries, Some Shifts On Both Sides
This week, Democrats Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders tussled over each other's qualifications. And on the GOP side, Ted Cruze's win in Wisconsin increased the chances of a contested convention.
Trump Answer Ignites Backlash, Invites Questions On Abortion Ban
Donald Trump's controversial statements on abortion this week came in response to a core question: How would a ban on abortion be implemented?
Russia Boosts Troop Presence In Eastern Europe, Stoking Neighbor's Fears
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Hannes Hanso, Estonia's defense minister, about Russia's actions and intentions in NATO's Eastern region and beyond.
Upon Reclaiming Palmyra, The Controversial Side Of Digital Reconstruction
A group of researchers is recreating monuments damaged in Syria using digital models and 3-D printers. NPR's Scott Simon talks to Roger Michel, director of the Institute for Digital Archaeology.