Early Risers: Why You Might Hear the 17-Year Cicadas Four Years Early

As a kid growing up in Virginia, I have vivid memories of the 17-year cicadas. They were enormous, dangerous-looking ...
Public Broadcasting Service (PBS)

What we know about the new 'cicada' COVID-19 variant

Its official name is BA.3.2, but it’s earned the nickname "cicada" because, analogous to the insect’s pattern, it first appeared back in 2024, went dormant for a while, and resurfaced in the U.S. late ...
The American Bazaar

New covid variant ‘Cicada’ detected in US: Symptoms, spread, and what to know

New Cicada covid variant BA.3.2 detected in US raises concern over mutations spread symptoms and immune escape risks ...

Cicada COVID Variant Detected in UK as CDC Flags 'New Lineage' With Immune Evasion

The 'Cicada' COVID-19 variant, first identified in South Africa, has been detected in the UK. Learn about its spread, ...

New COVID variant in US: All about the 'Cicada' strain, symptoms, list of affected states, and more

Here is everything you need to know about the Cicada variant and what its arrival means for your health this season.

New Covid variant ‘Cicada’ detected in 20+ countries: Should India be concerned? Symptoms and risks explained

The variant has been identified in the United States and several countries across Europe and Asia. It is currently under ...
Field & Stream

Brood X Cicada Hatch Promises the Wildest Dry-Fly Action in 17 Years

FLY-FISHERS in the eastern half of the U.S. are eagerly anticipating a hatch 17 years in the making: the Brood X cicada emergence. From around mid-May through June, billions of these chubby bugs will ...