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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.
What To Know About The Blood Clot Risks Associated With The Johnson & Johnson Vaccine
NPR's Debbie Elliott talks with hematologist Menaka Pai about the rare clotting disorders that have led to a pause in the distribution of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine in the U.S.
Does The Pandemic Have Your Brain In A Fog? Doctors Say You're Not Alone
by Rhituparna Chatterjee
Psychiatrists say their patients increasingly tell them that they're exhausted and unable to concentrate. Mental health experts say it's a normal reaction to abnormal times.
Kirstin Valdez Quade's Debut Novel 'The Five Wounds' Is A Highly Anticipated Release
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Kirstin Valdez Quade about her new book, The Five Wounds.
Another Week Of Testimony Ends At Derek Chauvin's Trial
by Martin Kaste
Medical experts, including a forensic pathologist and a pulmonary specialist, testified this week about the death of George Floyd in the trial of Derek Chauvin.
Amazon Warehouse Workers Vote 'No' To Union
by Stephan Bisaha
A majority of Amazon warehouse workers in Alabama voted against forming a union. It wasn't that much of a surprise for people who work and live in the state.
'Ping Pong Diplomacy's' Legacy Challenged, 50 Years Later
by John Ruwitch
It's been 50 years since the U.S. and China engaged in "Ping Pong Diplomacy" - opening dialogue by having teams compete in the table top games.
Rep. Mondaire Jones Argues For An Expanded Supreme Court
President Biden has announced a commission to study possible changes to the Supreme Court. NPR's Scott Simon talks with Rep. Mondaire Jones (D-NY) about why he thinks the court should be expanded.
Week In Politics: Biden's Pricey Plans For The Nation
by Ron Elving
1.5 trillion dollars for next year's budget, plus a 2.3 trillion dollar infrastructure plan: President Joe Biden's asking Congress for a lot of money to further his ambition agenda.
Saturday Sports: Normalcy Returns To Sports World After Year Of Canceled Games
by Tom Goldman
Sports schedules seem to be slowly going back to normal while the scrutiny on the NCAA persists beyond March Madness.
Wrestlemania Is Back With Fans In The Stands
NPR's Scott Simon speaks to wrestling columnist Alfred Konuwa about this weekend's Wrestlemania and the decision to move old episodes from the WWE Network to NBC's Peacock platform.
Inside Jordanian Prince Hamzah's Rift With The Royal Family
by Daniel Estrin
Jordan's Prince Hamzah, who shook the Kingdom with his criticism, has support from Jordanians who feel left out amid an economic crisis.