A large trial comparing treatments for typhoid has backed the use of gatifloxacin, an antibiotic launched by Bristol Myers Squibb in the United States but withdrawn amid worries about side effects. Full story
China defended its often-criticized role as a foreign aid donor Thursday, saying its assistance boosts developing countries and provides an alternative to Western donors who impose more conditions on recipients. Full story
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The International Monetary Fund on Monday criticized developing countries for not responding strongly enough to the surge of hot money into their markets, saying the result could be a hard economic landing. Full story
Virus samples will be shared globally in exchange for vaccines produced from them under a landmark deal to improve preparedness for a flu pandemic, diplomats at the World Health Organization said on Saturday. Full story
Developing countries say they are maintaining strong economic growth in contrast to the United States and other advanced nations where unemployment remains high and the outlook is sluggish. Full story
Online gamers immersed in fantasy worlds supported a very real virtual economy worth more than $15 billion worldwide in 2010. But some also used the shadowy gaming services of so-called "gold farmers" – mostly Chinese and Vietnamese players who sell in-game resources to those lacking time or patien Full story
After her own difficult labor, model Christy Turlington Burns became an inspired activist for safe childbirth in the developing world. She spoke with NBC's Brian Williams about her new documentary "No Woman, No Cry."
After 28 years of investing, Chinese construction firm still tries to overcome distrust.
