Pandemics

Morocco produces Africa’s first mpox tests as the continent tries to rely less on imports

Morocco produces Africa’s first mpox tests as the continent tries to rely less on imports

Craig Fedirighi

TAMESNA, Morocco — After African countries struggled to get testing kits during the COVID-19 pandemic, officials vowed to make the ...

Mongolia is in the tourism spotlight and making it easier to visit. Reindeer sledding, anyone?

Mongolia is in the tourism spotlight and making it easier to visit. Reindeer sledding, anyone?

Bob Elliott

ULAANBAATAR, Mongolia — With its reindeer sleigh rides, camel racing and stunning landscapes with room to roam, Mongolia is hoping ...

WHO member countries approve steps to bolster health regulations to better brace for pandemics

WHO member countries approve steps to bolster health regulations to better brace for pandemics

Craig Fedirighi

GENEVA — The World Health Organization said member countries on Saturday approved new steps to improve global preparedness for and ...