Scott Simon
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What to know about the Epstein files released by the Justice Department
The Department of Justice began releasing its files on Friday on the late pedophile Jeffrey Epstein. Many documents, which include interview transcripts and call logs, have been heavily redacted.
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The story behind the historic portrait of George Washington up for auction next month
A historic portrait of George Washington is being auctioned off next month. It's among the paintings that inspired the first president's image on the $1 bill, and it has a colorful past.
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Will Arnett discusses his role in the movie, 'Is This Thing On?
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Will Arnett, who co-wrote and stars in the new movie "Is This Thing On?"
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Week in Politics: MAGA activists in Phoenix; Trump's address; Democrats face 2024 loss
MAGA activists meet in Phoenix, President Trump addresses the nation and his fans, and Democrats grapple with how they lost in 2024.
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Saturday Sports: College football; Philip Rivers' NFL return; Chicago Bears' likely move
NPR's Scott Simon and sports reporter Michele Steele discuss the first round of the College Football Playoffs, Philip Rivers' return to the NFL and a potential move for the Chicago Bears.
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Opinion: My kind of holiday song
NPR's Scott Simon explains why The Pogues' "Fairytale of New York" is a holiday song for those who have troubles and heartache.
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Retired Maj. Gen. James Hoyer on the shooting of 2 West Virginia National Guard members
NPR's Scott Simon speaks to retired Gen. James Hoyer of the West Virginia National Guard following Wednesday's shooting that left one guardsperson dead and another critically injured.
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Afghans seeking asylum voice concerns as all U.S. migration is halted
Afghans seeking asylum say they're stuck in a hellish limbo as all migration suspended to the U.S.
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Airbus orders immediate repairs for 6,000 of its A320 family of jets
Aviation regulators have ordered urgent inspections of the Airbus A320 family of jets. The order follows a JetBlue plane's experience of an uncontrolled "pitch down" event last month.
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The latest on the Hong Kong fire aftermath
We look at the latest on the horrific fire that tore through a high-rise in Hong Kong, killing at least 128 people, with many still unaccounted for.
