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New viruses identified in bats in China

Bats found near orchards harbor pathogens that could be passed to livestock or humans.

LiveScience · Jun 30, 2025

Did Raccoon Dogs Spread Covid-19? What the New Genetic Reports Really Tell Us

New analysis of genetic sequences collected at the outset of the pandemic connects raccoon dogs as a possible vector of Covid-19 to humans.

Inverse · Mar 22, 2023

What does the science say about the origin of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic?

Two U.S. intelligence agencies reportedly support the lab leak theory — with low-to-moderate confidence. No evidence has been shared. Scientists have strong evidence of animal spillover at a market.

WEKU · Feb 28, 2023