Study: We're losing the war against drug-resistant infections faster than we thought Antimicrobial resistance is responsible for some 1.2 million deaths a year and contributes to millions more. Data in the new report shows that the problem is growing at an alarming rate. Jonathan Lambert
Afghan earthquake triggers contradictory Taliban tactics on rescuing women The Taliban responded with contradictory stances in the effort to rescue women and girls who were wounded and left homeless. That's a reflection of tensions between hardliners and pragmatists. Diaa Hadid
This wedding photographer now removes landmines for a group that's won a top prize The Mines Advisory Group has been removing landmines for more than three decades. This year, it received the Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize, a prestigious award with a $3 million prize. Jonathan Lambert
New study finds 1 in 6 infections globally show resistance to antibiotics A new study points to an alarming rise in antbiotic resistant bacteria. Embargoed until Monday, 10/13. Jonathan Lambert, reporter. Marc Silver, editor. ME on Monday, digital likely Tuesday. Jonathan Lambert
Photos celebrate the glory of girls on 'International Day of the Girl' October 11 is the "International Day of the Girl" on the United Nations calendar. These photos pay tribute to the spirit of girls in a world where they face many obstacles. Arundathi Nair
This Nobel Peace Prize front-runner didn't win -- but did get the 'alternative Nobel' The Sudan Emergency Response Rooms was considered a front-runner for the Nobel Peace Prize winner this year and last. Here's their story. Ari Daniel
More than 20 kids in India have died from contaminated cough syrup. Who's to blame? The cough syrup was contaminated with industrial chemicals. Experts say this is no accident. It's the latest case of what is being called a global crime. Gabrielle Emanuel
A MacArthur 'genius' gleans surprising lessons from ancient bones, shards and trash Kristina Douglass wanted to find out the truth about how past communities adapted to environmental change. Her revelatory work has earned her a MacArthur award. Ari Daniel
Babies take a lesson from soldiers in the war against malaria Inspired by a military strategy to ward off disease-carrying mosquitoes, researchers see if the technique will help cut malaria infections in little ones. Jonathan Lambert
A bold doctor sent her kids away and helped beat one of the world's deadliest viruses A year ago, Rwanda faced its first outbreak of Marburg virus. Dr. Tsion Firew remembers how scared she was — and how that didn't stop her from playing a key role in the remarkably effective response. Gabrielle Emanuel