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Expired Patent on Tuberculosis Drug Opens New Doors for Global Access
The patent on the groundbreaking tuberculosis drug, bedaquiline, has recently expired, raising concerns about access to this life-saving medication. However, a transformative collaboration between pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson and nonprofit organization Global Drug Facility promises to revolutionize the availability and affordability of bedaquiline, potentially benefiting millions worldwide. Tuberculosis remains the deadliest infectious disease globally,
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The Mysterious Disappearance of China’s Foreign Minister Raises Concerns Over Transparency
The sudden disappearance of China’s Foreign Minister, Qin Gang, has sparked growing concerns about the limited access to information and shrinking transparency in the world’s second-largest economy. Qin’s absence, which has stretched over three weeks, has raised eyebrows considering his recent rapid rise in elite Chinese politics. Qin Gang, known as a rising star in
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Israeli Protesters Rally Against PM Netanyahu’s Planned Judicial Overhaul
Israel has been witnessing a surge in nationwide demonstrations against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s proposed judicial overhaul. Thousands of protesters from various walks of life, including military reservists, have taken to the streets in Tel Aviv and other cities, voicing their concerns about the potential consequences of this controversial legislation being pushed through parliament. As
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The Politics of the Ukraine War for the US Congress
Last week, US Members of Congress faced two contrasting votes concerning U.S. involvement in the war in Ukraine, highlighting a peculiar aspect of war politics. While questioning the humane conduct of war appears permissible, actively working towards ending war itself remains politically contentious. The first vote centered on a tepid proposal introduced by Representative Warren
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The Return of Iran’s Morality Police
Iran’s “morality police” has resurfaced, resuming its efforts to enforce strict hijab rules in the country after a temporary halt sparked by mass protests last year. The death of Mahsa Amini, who was in police custody for allegedly wearing an “improper” hijab, ignited widespread outrage and defiance among Iranian women. However, with the morality police
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The Unintended Consequences of Afghanistan’s Opium Ban Sparking Economic Challenges
In 2021, the Taliban’s ban on opium poppy cultivation resulted in a significant reduction in drug production in Afghanistan, seemingly a positive development. However, this strict enforcement without providing viable economic alternatives has created severe socioeconomic challenges for the already vulnerable Afghan population. Moreover, the global public health consequences of this ban could lead to
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