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Mexican singer Vivir Quintana talks about her latest song, 'El Corrido de Milo Vela,' which tells the story of one of the many journalists who have been murdered in Mexico for doing their jobs.

This week with the Ethicist, we'll hear from some listeners who wrote in with suggestions for the ethical use of old furs. Also, NPR's Jennifer Ludden and New York Times ethicist Randy Cohen talk to a listener who's conflicted about supporting the Boy Scouts.

This year's tight presidential race has contributed to strong efforts to encourage Native Americans to vote -- and to make sure their voting rights are protected. Wisconsin Public Radio's Brian Bull reports.

NPR's Jennifer Ludden talks to James Howe, the author of Bunnicula. The book follows the Monroe family and their pets, Chester the cat, Harold the dog, and a brand-new bunny rabbit, Bunnicula — who may just be a vampire.

Ukraine's Parliament passes a no-confidence motion rebuking the prime minister's government. Meanwhile, European mediators renew efforts to resolve the crisis triggered by last month's disputed presidential election. Hear NPR's Steve Inskeep and NPR's Lawrence Sheets.

A habitat in southern Florida is home to a small grove of rare slash pines -- a keystone species of the pine rocklands, one of the most endangered forest types in the world. NPR's Ari Shapiro reports on the efforts of a crusading biologist to make a "genetic map" of the tree before another hurricane kills off the species forever.

NPR's Puzzlemaster Will Shortz quizzes one of our listeners, and has a challenge for everyone at home. This week's winner is Zack Howard from Cambridge, Massachusetts. He listens to Weekend Edition on member station WBUR in Boston.

President Bush announces his nomination of National Security Advisor Condoleezza Rice as the new Secretary of State. What impact will her appointment have on U.S. foreign policy?

Ayesha Rascoe talks with Shannon Brewer of the Jackson Women's Health Organization. The Mississippi clinic is at the center of a Supreme Court case that could result in the end of Roe v. Wade.

The hot job market has opened up opportunities for formerly incarcerated people who may have had a harder time finding work in the past. Some employers are even actively recruiting at jails.