Sep 15, 2017

09/15/2017: A new way of extending a drug patent

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(U.S. Edition) Finance ministers from the European Union will discuss the possibility of levying taxes on companies where they do their business. On today's show, we'll take a look at where global tax reform is headed. Afterwards, we'll discuss how one drug company is trying to extend its drug patents by transferring them to a Native American tribe.

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To extend a drug patent, one drug company wants to give it to a Native American tribe

by David Brancaccio

Sep 15, 2017

The move could put a damper on business for generic drugs.

A view of an Allergan site in Irvine, California.

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Global hunger is on the rise

by Annie Baxter

Sep 15, 2017

A UN report says violence and climate change contribute to growing food shortages around the world, affecting millions of people who don’t have enough to eat. Click the audio player above to hear the full story.

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New phones often mean new accessories

by Reema Khrais

Sep 15, 2017

Retailers love it when new smart phones come out. People buy billions of dollars worth of cases, cables, and more. Click the audio player above to hear the full story.

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The "tyrannical" nature of companies and how we can change them

by David Brancaccio

Sep 15, 2017

(Even if you love your boss.)

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(U.S. Edition) Finance ministers from the European Union will discuss the possibility of levying taxes on companies where they do their business. On today’s show, we’ll take a look at where global tax reform is headed. Afterwards, we’ll discuss how one drug company is trying to extend its drug patents by transferring them to a Native American tribe.

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