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.
Week In Politics: Cuomo's Harassment Case, Infrastructure Bill, Eviction Moratorium
We look at the latest in the case against New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, where the infrastructure bill stands and why the current CDC eviction moratorium might not help vulnerable renters.
Where The Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill Stands Now
The epic bipartisan infrastructure bill is slated for a proceedural vote in the Senate today. It's a gauge of how much support it actually has.
Charlie Cook Passes The Baton On 'The Cook Political Report'
NPR's Scott Simon talks to Charlie Cook about his time at the helm of the Cook Political Report and his assessment of the state of American politics after closely tracking it for so many decades.
Gavin Newsom Defends His Pandemic Decisions Ahead Of A September Recall Election
Small businesses in California are criticising Gov. Newsom ahead of the recall election in Sept., saying that his COVID-19 restrictions shut them down. Now he's touting his own business-owner past.
The Tokyo Olympic Games End On Sunday. But At What Cost?
As the Tokyo Olympics wind to a close, people in Japan are counting the financial, political and public health costs of holding the games.
Belgian Kids Go On Wacky, Dangerous Adventures Thanks To Their Photoshop-Savvy Dad
A creative dad in Belgium has been taking pictures of his toddlers and digitally editing them to show them in dangerous situations. "On Adventure With Dad" has become an Instagram hit.
Illusionist Leon Etienne Thrills Adirondacks Tourists And Residents
Summer tourist towns are known for quirky shows and usually have an eccentric daredevil or magician that pulls in the crowd. One Adirondacks illusionist makes his mark with leather and 70s rock.
As School Starts Again, Here's How To Keep Kids Safe From COVID
Millions of American kids are headed back to school, this time as a fourth wave of the pandemic builds. We hear what parents should know about keeping them healthy.
A Judge Has Blocked An Attempt In Arkansas To Ban Mask Mandates In Schools
This week in Arkansas a debate took place in the legislature over a law that bans mask mandates in schools. The law remains, but a judge has temporarily blocked the state from enforcing it.