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Scott Simon

At SignedNews, Scott Simon covers sports and travel.

Scott Simon hosts NPR's Weekend Edition Saturday and is among the hosts of the Up First podcast. His reporting has taken him to every U.S. state and to conflicts in countries including El Salvador, Afghanistan, and Iraq. He has written novels, memoirs, and books about sports and family. A Chicago native, Simon has received journalism honors including Peabody and Emmy awards.

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Saliba travels for Slavia Prague as Arteta backs his return

Arsenal's title-winning defender could make his first appearance of the season, leaving Mikel Arteta with…

McTominay back, Penrice called up as Scotland chase play-offs

Scotland need at least four points from their last two Nations League games to stay…

Alex Mitchell injury forces England scrum-half rethink

With Mitchell and McParland both injured, Harry Randall and Ben Spencer get a late chance…

Carrick eager for Roma as Man United winless run hits nine

Manchester United sit 17th in the Premier League and 21st in Europe, yet Michael Carrick…

Kimi Antonelli, 20, becomes F1’s youngest world champion

Mercedes' Italian prodigy sealed the crown in Mexico City after a season of record wins,…