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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.
Humanitarian Worker In Yemen Sees Catastrophe Ahead
Crucial aid shipments carrying much-needed medical supplies have finally reached Yemen. NPR's Tamara Keith talks to Nuha, the humanitarian coordinator for Oxfam in Yemen.
Army Reviewing Rape Charges Against U.S. Troops In Colombia
by John Otis
After some prominent scandals involving U.S. security officials in Colombia, new allegations of sex crimes are getting some traction there.
How Jim Grimsley Shed His 'Racist' Skin
In 1966, Jim Grimsley's North Carolina school was integrated. NPR's Tamara Keith talks to Grimsley and one of his first black classmates, Donnie Meadows, about Grimsley's book, How I Shed My Skin.
Family Dispute Tears At France's Far-Right National Front
A family feud is raging in France's far-right political party between party leader Marine Le Pen and its founder, Le Pen's father. NPR's Tamara Keith speaks with French journalist Cecile Alduy.
Women Join Men On Oxford-Cambridge Boat Race Day
For the first time in the Oxford and Cambridge University Boat Race history, the women's event will be held on the same day as the men's. Tamara Keith speaks with American rower Caryn Davies.
Baseball's Beginning, Basketball's Ending: The Week In Sports
NPR's Tamara Keith and ESPN's Howard Bryant talk about the start of baseball season, the end of basketball season, and the short but inspirational life of 19-year-old basketball player Lauren Hill.
Compression Clothes' Advantage Could Be Placebo Effect
by Lauren Silverman
Manufacturers claim compression clothes improve athletic performance, but there is little scientific evidence to back that up. This story first aired March 30 on Morning Edition.
With Paul, Cruz and Clinton On The Verge, 2016 Election Takes Shape
Sens. Rand Paul and Ted Cruz have announced they'll run for president, and Hillary Clinton is expected to announce on Sunday. Correspondents Mara Liasson and Don Gonyea join NPR's Tamara Keith.
Large Crowds Expected For Walter Scott's S.C. Funeral
A funeral service is scheduled Saturday for Walter Scott, the black man killed by a white police officer in North Charleston, S.C.. NPR's Tamara Keith speaks with correspondent Martin Kaste.