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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.
Myanmar's U.N. Ambassador Defies Military, Calls For Global Action To End Coup
NPR's Scott Simon asks human rights activist Kyaw Win about Myanmar's ambassador to the U.N., who publicly called for international help to overturn the military coup in Myanmar.
Week In Politics: Ted Cruz Criticized For Traveling To Cancún Amid Deadly Texas Storm
by Ron Elving
Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, took an ill-timed trip this week. Also, President Biden assured global national security officials the U.S. wants to strengthen international ties.
Iran Demands U.S. Lift Sanctions Before It Reenters Nuclear Deal
by Peter Kenyon
In response to the Biden administration's offer to the rejoin nuclear talks, Iran says the U.S. must lift all sanctions before Tehran dials back its uranium enrichment efforts.
New York Law Gives Nursing Homes Protection In COVID-19 Death Suits
NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Tracey Alvino, assistant director of Voices for Seniors, about nursing home liability during the pandemic.
NPR Science Correspondent Joe Palca Recounts Coronavirus Vaccination Experience
After reporting for a year that vaccines will be key to ending the pandemic, one reporter's vaccination makes him a data point in proving the veracity of that assertion.
Mayor Lori Lightfoot Provides Update On Chicago's Coronavirus Vaccine Rollout
NPR's Scott Simon asks Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot about vaccination efforts in Chicago and other issues.
Colorado Town's Outreach Aims To Save Skiers' Lives
by Stephanie Maltarich
Dozens of people have died in avalanches in the U.S. this year. One Colorado town is trying to equip backcountry skiers with safety and decision-making tools to help them stay alive.
For Middle Eastern War Zones, Administering Coronavirus Vaccines Becomes A Challenge
by Ruth Sherlock
Getting COVID-19 vaccines to Middle Eastern war zones like Libya, Yemen, and Syria is going to be a daunting task.
How To Register For The Coronavirus Vaccine In Your State
by Pien Huang
The process to sign up for COVID-19 vaccines varies by place so NPR created a tool to help you understand how things work in your state and connect you with local resources.
Wisconsin Biologist Charged In Caviar Scam
by Susan Bence
The top sturgeon biologist for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and several others have been charged with crimes related to an illegal sturgeon caviar bartering ring.
How The Military Helped Bring Back The Red-Cockaded Woodpecker
The U.S. military and conservation groups forged an unusual alliance to help save the red-cockaded woodpecker, but a Trump-era move to take the bird off the endangered list could threaten the species.