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Global Superbugs Surge, Chikungunya Hits Long Island, and Satellites Leak Data

Global Superbugs Surge, Chikungunya Hits Long Island, and Satellites Leak Data

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A new WHO report warns of rising antimicrobial resistance, and researchers uncover satellite data leaks and insect surprises.

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This week on Science Quickly, we cover the global rise of
antibiotic-resistant superbugs, a rare U.S. case of the
mosquito-borne chikungunya virus and new research on
anti-inflammatory supplements. Plus, scientists warn of satellite
vulnerabilities—from Earth’s weakening magnetic shield to
unencrypted data leaks—and uncover a surprising fungal nursery
hidden in stink bug legs. Recommended Reading Which
Anti-Inflammatory Supplements Actually Work? How the New
Chikungunya Virus Outbreak in China Could Reach the U.S. Dangerous
‘Superbugs’ Are on the Rise. What Can Stop Them? E-mail us at
sciencequickly@sciam.com if you have any questions, comments or
ideas for stories we should cover! Discover something new every
day: subscribe to Scientific American and sign up for Today in
Science, our daily newsletter. Science Quickly is produced by
Rachel Feltman, Fonda Mwangi and Jeff DelViscio. This episode was
edited by Alex Sugiura. Shayna Posses and Aaron Shattuck fact-check
the show. The theme music was composed by Dominic Smith. Learn more
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