Russia plague quarantine following lab death: Should we be worried?
Plague is still endemic to Siberia, the location of the first known prehistoric human outbreak.
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Should we be worried about a plague outbreak in Russia?
PRESS REVIEW – Tuesday, October 6: The death of a researcher in Siberia, reportedly from the plague, sparks concern despite Russian authorities' denial. But first: French high school protesters are promising "Act 3" of their protest movement against learning conditions. Also, Le Monde speaks to the editor of Russian…
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