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Report: Camels Play Key Role in Spread of Deadly Virus in Middle East

By Andrew Katz Feb. 26, 2014

Researchers remain stumped about the origin of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome but now say the virus (or a close relative) has been circulating in camels for more than two decades

Wildlife Trafficking

Over 1,000 Rhinos Poached in South Africa Last Year

By Andrew Katz Jan. 17, 2014

Number of rhinos killed illegally has more than doubled since 2011

Health

As the Hajj Unfolds in Saudi Arabia, A Deep Look Inside the Battle Against MERS

By Andrew Katz Oct. 16, 2013

For more than a year, Saudi Arabia has struggled to control the new disease MERS. Now, with millions of Muslim pilgrims descending on the country, the challenge will get that much tougher.