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There's a lot to be afraid of this week: the rapture, homicidal husbands, the internet, and, of course, dolls. (article)
The Takeaway explores the difficulty coordinating the Dallas response to Ebola, how air conditioning and timetables changed the world, and five things you had to see online this week. (episode)
There is some good news in the fight against Ebola: A promising Ebola-treatment drug made with the help of genetically engineered tobacco plants.
Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings explains why there has been a delay in cleaning and sanitizing the apartment where Thomas Duncan stayed for four days before he went to the hospital.
Hong Kong's Beijing-appointed leader announced that he won't be stepping down, but said he is open to talks with the protesters.
Every Friday, Sean Rameswaram, producer with Studio 360 and and host of the podcast Sideshow, rounds up the week in internet phenomena.
"Captain Phillips" brought the issue of Somali piracy into Hollywood; the new film "Fishing Without Nets" tells the story from the pirates' perspective.
Science and technology writer Steven Johnson explores the unintended, widespread consequences of gadgets and ideas developed to correct small problems.
Be smarter than your pals. Prep your dinner party factoids. Gauge your knowledge about what happened this week, as heard on The Takeaway.