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Saturday mornings are made for Weekend Edition Saturday, the program wraps up the week's news and offers a mix of analysis and features on a wide range of topics, including arts, sports, entertainment, and human interest stories.
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Episodes
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Saturday Sports: NBA, WNBA, Preakness, Ohio State
We have the latest on the NBA, the new commissioner leading the WNBA, and the investigation of an Ohio State University doctor's sexual abuse of students.
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Opinion: One Million Species Are At Risk Of Disappearing. Humans Should Act Now
This week, the U.N. issued the summary of a report warning of unprecedented declines in biodiversity. Scott Simon makes the case for humankind to assume responsibility for protecting the vulnerable.
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Saturday Sports: Red Sox At White House, NHL, NBA Playoffs
NPR's Scott Simon and Howard Bryant of ESPN talk NBA and NHL playoffs, as well as discuss the politics of team celebrations at the White House.
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What It Means When Students Become 'Heroes'
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with licensed professional counselor Melissa Glaser about her advice for parents and students on students fighting back during a school shooting.
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The World Of Paris Publishing In 'Non-Fiction'
Non-Fiction is being billed as a comedy of adultery in the publishing industry. But it poses some serious questions about the effects of the digital age on all of us.
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Business Owner On Impact Of Missouri Floods
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Andy Dallwitz, a business owner in St. Charles County, Mo., about the recent flooding there.
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Opinion: An Outrageous Crime Has Become A Commonplace Event
After the recent shooting at University of North Carolina, Charlotte, NPR's Scott Simon reflects on how common school shootings have become in the United States.
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Before This Vietnam War Veteran Dies, He Would Like To Become An American Citizen
Werner Trei, 71, is in hospice care in Colorado. He was given numerous awards for helping save 100 Vietnamese civilians when he was a U.S. Army Ranger. Before he dies, he'd like to be a U.S. citizen.
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Saturday Sports: Portland Trail Blazers Defeat Denver Nuggets In 4 Overtime Periods
The Portland Trail Blazers defeated the Denver Nuggets 140-137 after playing four overtime periods. That hasn't happened since Dwight D. Eisenhower was president.
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Steeped In Fantasy, 'Westside' Novel Follows A Young Detective's Quest For Clues
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with professional writer W.M. Akers about his debut novel, Westside.
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New Museum In Richmond Confronts Realties Of The American Civil War
In Richmond, Va., a new museum will give a more inclusive and expansive view of the Civil War –– telling the history and stories of women, African Americans, Native Americans and more.
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Denisovans, A Mysterious Form Of Ancient Humans, Are Traced to Tibet
Until now, the only Denisovan remains came from a cave called Denisova in Siberia. The new find is "much more complete," one expert says.