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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.
RedState Editor Says Trump's Comments 'Just Rude'
Some recent comments about Fox News host Megyn Kelly got Donald Trumped disinvited from an upcoming conservative event. Linda Wertheimer talks to RedState editor Erick Erickson about his decision.
How Are Republicans Reacting To Donald Trump?
Last night, Donald Trump made some comments about Fox News host Megyn Kelly which saw him ousted from an upcoming GOP event. Linda Wertheimer talks with conservative columnist Jennifer Rubin.
James Holmes Sentenced To Life For Colorado Theater Shooting
by Ben Markus
Jurors spared the death penalty for James Holmes, the man convicted of killing 12 and injuring 70 in the Aurora, Colo., theater shooting. Holmes will serve life without the possibility of parole.
Housing Bounces Back In Most, But Not All, Of Atlanta
by Molly Samuel
At the height of the housing bubble, Atlanta was adding tens of thousands of homes a year, but then the bottom fell out. Now, there's building once again, but some residents are feeling left out.
Haiti Elections Seen As A Test Of Stability
by Peter Granitz
Haitians vote on Sunday in legislative elections. The nation has been without lawmakers since parliament was disbanded in January, and the vote is more than three years overdue.
Other Candidates Find Ways To Stand Out On Debate Night
by Don Gonyea
Much of the focus in this week's Republican debate was on Donald Trump. But the debate was just important to a handful of underdog candidates, who have been struggling to get noticed.
The Week In Sports: Events Off The Beaten Track
It's off-season in the world of big-league sports, but NPR's Linda Wertheimer talks to correspondent Tom Goldman about the sports we might overlook during the rest of the year.
Kerry Aims To Repair Relations With Egypt
by Leila Fadel
Secretary of State John Kerry visits Egypt on Sunday as the two countries intensify ties, despite the concerns of human rights advocates.