Blue Dye Kills Malaria Parasites — But There Is One Catch
Methylene blue used to be an anti-malarial treatment but fell out of favor. Researchers wondered, what if it were added to a current medication?
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Kim Jong Un's Sister Makes First Appearance In South Korea For Olympics
The influential sibling to North Korea's secretive leader has also met with South Korean President Moon Jae-in.
Olympic Host Pyeongchang Steps Into The Global Spotlight
With a population of just over 40,000 people, Pyeongchang has Buddhist temples and a reputation as a rural mountain retreat with a healthful climate. But it wants a reputation as a sports mecca.
Reuters Publishes Story Of Myanmar Massacre After 2 Journalists Arrested
Wa Lone and Kyaw Soe Oo have been detained by Myanmar since December. Now you can read the story they were working on, describing in detail the killing of 10 Rohingya men by villagers and troops.
Denmark's Tech Ambassador Is A World First And Isn't Tied To A Country
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Denmark's first tech ambassador, Casper Klynge. Denmark has decided to elevate technological diplomacy to a priority in its foreign and security policy.
Inside The Small, Significant Change Just Made To Canada's National Anthem
Officially, the lyrics to "O Canada" only addressed the patriotism of the country's "sons," until this week. It was a long road to change, as the politicians responsible explain to NPR Music.
Highlights Of The Pyeongchang Olympics Opening Ceremony, In Photos
The Winter Games' opening ceremony took place Friday, with 20,000 fireworks, the parade of athletes — and an impromptu handshake between South Korea's president and Kim Jong Un's sister.
Rohingya Refugee Camps Created In Bangladesh Aren't A Sustainable Situation
Bangladesh says it's going to send hundreds of thousands of Rohingya refugees back to Myanmar. But with the refugees saying they have no intention of going, what is likely to happen to this long-persecuted, stateless minority?
In 'Basmati Blues,' Brie Larson Plays A White Savior. Indians Are Annoyed
There's Bollywood-style singing, dancing and a scene of the Oscar-winning actress riding a white horse. Indians are calling out its stereotypes and cliched portrayals of their customs and culture.
Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony: Pyeongchang Welcomes The World
The Winter Olympics opening ceremony took place Friday evening in Pyeongchang, South Korea. Luger Erin Hamlin was Team USA's flag-bearer at the ceremony.