third world countries

Honduras Embraces Genetically Modified Crops

NPR Programs: Morning Edition  Wed, 08/06/2008 - 6:10am

Many Third World countries have banned genetically modified crops, but Honduras is encouraging farmers to plant them in response to the global food crisis.

The trend could extend to other countries, too, if it's proven to make a difference in farmers' lives.

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Clinic may have sickened thousands

Daily Texan  Wed, 03/05/2008 - 11:00pm

Nearly 40,000 people learned this week that a trip to the doctor may have made them sick. In a type of scandal more often associated with Third World countries, a Las Vegas clinic was found to be reusing syringes and vials of medication for nearly four years.