Is Russia on the Brink of a Plague Crisis? What You Need to Know Now
Ever wake up wondering if you should schedule your next spa day somewhere that isn’t, say, ground zero for a questionable “mysterious illness” in Siberia? Yeah, me neither—until now. There’s nothing quite like the existential thrill of realizing the word “plague” has re-entered the group chat, this time featuring dead scientists and a city that sounds like the setting for a Bond villain’s B-side scheme. Who honestly thinks “Anti-Plague Research Institute” sounds reassuring? That’s like naming your WiFi “Definitely Not A Spy Network”—subtle, right? Here’s everything your slightly germaphobic heart needs to know about the Irkutsk situation, why Chili’s is likely safe (for now), and whether you need to Google ‘plague symptoms’ before brunch. Ready to dive into another “how bad can it possibly get?” news cycle? LEARN MORE
In the Russian city of Irkutsk, the death of a plague researcher from a mysterious illness has stoked fears of an outbreak. The Onion shares everything you need to know about the emerging situation.
Q: What is the Irkutsk Anti-Plague Research Institute?
A: An on-the-nose alibi.
Q: Should I be worried?
A: You might want to postpone your weekend girls trip to a hospital in Irkutsk.
Q: Will this be worse than Covid?
A: No, nobody will ever keep you away from Chili’s again.
Q: Didn’t plague end in the Middle Ages?
A: A 650-year anniversary version was recently rereleased under the brand name “Plague Classic.”
Q: When will we know exactly what happened?
A: Just a little too late.
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