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.
2015 In TV: A Couple More Under The Radar Picks
Linda Wertheimer talks with Slate critic June Thomas about her underrated television pick. She chose two dramas, "Cucumber" and "Banana," about the lives of a group of gay men in Manchester, England.
The Biggest Threats To Birds And How You Can Help
It's not easy being a bird. There are windows, cell towers, wind farms, habitat destruction and especially cats. NPR's Linda Wertheimer speaks with Talkin' Birds host Ray Brown about avian dangers.
Tree Counter Is Astonished By How Many Trees There Are
How many trees are there in the world? Some scientists are working on a new estimate.
Why Food Poisoning Outbreaks Appear To Be On The Rise
A second E.coli outbreak at the Chipotle has food safety experts perplexed. NPR's Linda Wertheimer talks to reporter Joanne Silberner about why it's been so hard to identify the contamination source.
'Hello,' We Meet Again: Adele's Hit Revives Another
Linda Wertheimer muses on the similarities between Adele's hit song "Hello," and a "Hello" of a different era. Lionel Richie's '80s hit is finding new fans.
The Cybersecurity Argument For And Against Device Encryption
Government officials argue that encrypted communication poses national security risks. But tech companies say that making it possible to unlock devices would make the tools less secure for everyone.
Sports 2015: A Year In Review
NPR's Linda Wertheimer speaks with sports correspondent Tom Goldman about the most memorable events in the athletic world this year.
Declassified Cold War Document Reveals Nuclear Targets
NPR's Linda Wertheimer speaks with William Burr of the National Security Archive about the release of formerly classified documents detailing U.S. nuclear targets during the Cold War.
Protesters And City Policing: 2016 Brings Room To Improve Relations
It's been a year of protests with demonstrators taking to the streets across the nation. Fatal shootings involving police have forced investigations, the ouster of a police superintendent and others.
Taking Back An Iraqi Territory From ISIS Control
Iraqi forces are engaged in battle for Ramadi, trying to drive out ISIS fighters that overtook the Iraqi city earlier this year. NPR's Linda Wertheimer talks with Alice Fordham about the offensive.