They Never Told Her That Girls Could Become Scientists
Now she knows they can. Mireille Kamariza, who grew up in Burundi, is a graduate student at Stanford, working on a promising new test to detect the TB bacteria.
Africa
Soldiers Seize Ivory Coast's 2nd-Largest City, Reportedly Demanding Money, Houses
Bonuses of $8,000 and a house were reportedly the price named by soldiers said to have taken over police stations in Bouake. Witnesses also reported gunfire in two other cities, Daloa and Korhogo.
The Doctors Aren't In At Kenya's Public Hospitals
They went on strike a month ago, asking for a raise and better training and equipment. So far the government hasn't met their demands.
PLAYLIST: Top Global Songs Of 2016 Mix Traditional Styles With Pop
There's a pumped-up sports anthem by a star cricket player, a moody Latin duet and a Malaysian song flavored with American rock, Chinese folk and Malay opera.
When There's No Therapist, How Can The Depressed Find Help?
A different way of providing counseling is being tested in India. It turns out it was tested — but abandoned — in the U.S. decades ago.
Desmond Tutu Joins Advocates To Call For Right To Assisted Death
Euthanasia is illegal in South Africa, but the Nobel Peace Prize laureate has spoken out recently in support of the option to choose. He has long lived with prostate cancer.
Old Boy Band Sings For Peace And Goodwill In 2017
The group consists of Nigeria's aging former national leaders and current vice president. And they've just released a music video.
Staying Fit Isn't A New Year's Resolution For These Hunter-Gatherers
Westerners are often looking for short, intense workouts. A new study points out a different path to fitness.
7 Women Trailblazers Who Took A Stand In 2016
Maybe they didn't make headlines. But they inspired others to break stereotypes and take a stand.
Millions Saw These 8 YouTube Videos In 2016. Did You?
A 6-year-old comic had nearly 6.7 million views in Nigeria alone! Let's see who else made the YouTube Rewind list of most popular videos in countries around the world.