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Scott Simon speaks to author Mario Vargas Llosa about his new novel, "Harsh Times." It's set in the 1950s, around the events of the CIA-backed coup to overthrow Guatemala's government.

The US Food and Drug Administration has authorized COVID vaccine boosters for all adults. We look at what this means for people who are considering getting their third shot.

We track the progress of the $2 trillion Build Back Better bill, which passed the House on Friday morning and is heading to the Senate for further negotation.

In this week's StoryCorps, a woman remembers growing up in the same apartment building, where her grandmother lived.

There were a few surprises at Thursday night's ceremony that reflected how certain musicians are pushing the boundaries of what it means to be a pop musician.

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken gave the speech in Nigeria. He's been in Africa this week saying the U.S. wants to help back African solutions to Africa's problems.

Some states are aggressively promoting the new COVID-19 vaccination shots for kids ages 5 to 11. But Montana is not among them. The state also didn't promote vaccinations for 12 to 18 year olds.

Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie has emerged as a critic of ex-President Trump. We look at the pair's long and uneasy history, and what Christie's new stance may mean for the Republican Party.

Another delay for President Biden's sweeping domestic spending bill. COVID-19 booster shots for all adults could be authorized Friday. Secretary of State Blinken delivers a speech on Africa policy.

Morning Edition's Rachel Martin talks to Adele about her latest album and the growing pains of growing older.