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‘Magic’ mushrooms to treat depression? Some researchers think so

Global Scan

Hallucinogenic mushrooms are one potential treatment for depression. Another is hip hop music — it seems the dark lyrics might reach those who feel equally hopeless. Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin comes to the rescue of China’s first lady and his gallant act gets erased by Chinese censors. And in Pakistan, a group of schools hold an “I am not Malala” Day. All that and more in today’s Global Scan.

North Korea Rattles its Saber

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Chinese Vice President’s Wife, Peng Liyuan, is a Star Folk Singer

Global Politics
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