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In today's episode of "State of Current Affairs," host Lillian Cauldwell and Viki Esther Chang from Singapore discuss a concerning incident in which monkeys used in research have escaped the lab and are now potential disease carriers. Authorities warn that any interaction with these escapees could spread disease through bites or scratches.   In other news, a new, mysterious, and fatal disease is circulating, known as the X-outbreak. Originating in the Congo, this disease primarily affects children, putting them at significant risk. To end the program on a more uplifting note, the hosts will also explore the important topic of women's rights and resistance in Iran, highlighting why these women must stand up against their oppressors.