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2015/02/20

The World Could Be On The Verge Of Losing A Powerful Malaria Drug Plus 4 More Stories

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The World Could Be On The Verge Of Losing A Powerful Malaria Drug
Malaria parasites in Myanmar are learning how to fend off the incredibly effective drug called artemisinin. That could cause a lot of problems there — and beyond.
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Iranians Wait And Wonder If A New Dawn Is Coming
NPR's Steve Inskeep profiles three Iranians who discuss their dreams — and hopes that have been dashed previously.
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For Students In Ohio, A Crib Sheet For Interacting With Police
In Akron, Ohio, some students made a reference card designed to improve relations between the community and police. It offers tips on how to behave — and how to report police misconduct.
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Why California's Superbug Outbreak Isn't As Scary As It Seems
The outbreak of drug-thwarting bacteria that contributed to the deaths of two patients at a UCLA hospital isn't likely to spread further, doctors say. Still, drug resistance is trouble nationwide.
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Saudis Grow Increasingly Critical Of The Campaign Against ISIS
Prince Turki al-Faisal, the ex-Saudi intelligence chief, says the "pinprick" attacks against the Islamic State are not proving effective. He also says the campaign needs to be better coordinated.
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