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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Brothers Chico and Mario Adnet Cultivate the Past in 'Falso antigo', Album Featuring Macalé, Mosquito, and Mônica Salmaso

Chico and Mario Adnet's new album 'Falso antigo' features collaborations with renowned Brazilian artists, paying homage to past musical traditions.

Mar 22 • 20:37 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
World

Mosquito fleets, hidden caves and drones: The battle for the Strait of Hormuz

The article discusses Iran's strategic maneuvers in the Strait of Hormuz following U.S. military actions, highlighting the geopolitical significance of the waterway for oil transportation and regional conflict.

Mar 20 • 18:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Municipal education network reinforces educational actions against dengue

The municipal education network in Araraquara, Brazil, has launched educational initiatives aimed at raising awareness about dengue fever and prevention methods among students.

Mar 20 • 13:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

New drone can launch larvicide in dengue hotspots in Santos; understand

Santos, Brazil, has acquired a new drone to combat the Aedes aegypti mosquito by applying larvicide and insecticide in hard-to-reach areas.

Mar 19 • 20:14 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Scientific Surprise: Mosquitoes Have Been Feeding on Our Blood for 1.8 Million Years

A recent genetic study reveals that certain mosquito species have been feeding on human blood for approximately 1.8 million years.

Mar 18 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Mosquito larvae open a new path for understanding climate change

Researchers from TalTech and Nordic colleagues discovered a new way to understand past climate patterns by studying insect remains preserved in lake sediments.

Mar 17 • 11:33 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

MG has 6 deaths from dengue and more than 8,000 confirmed cases; 1 death from chikungunya and about 2,000 cases of the disease

Minas Gerais has reported six deaths from dengue and over 8,000 confirmed cases as well as one death from chikungunya in 2026.

Mar 17 • 01:19 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Uberaba registers first death from chikungunya in Minas Gerais

Uberaba has confirmed its first death from chikungunya this year, marking a worrying development in the fight against mosquito-borne diseases in Brazil.

Mar 16 • 22:51 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

No Coil, No Spray! Get Rid of Mosquitoes the Desi Way

This article provides home remedies to combat mosquito infestations without using chemical sprays.

Mar 16 • 10:42 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Mosquito and 'saltwater' vaccinate bats against rabies and Nipah

A study indicates that non-invasive vaccination methods using mosquitoes and saline solutions can immunize bats against rabies and Nipah virus without needing to capture them.

Mar 16 • 09:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Trump's 'incredible' plan for the Strait of Hormuz: The risk of a death zone and the insidious 'mosquito fleet'

Trump's administration plans to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial artery for global energy supply, amid concerns of turning the area into a hazardous zone for naval operations.

Mar 15 • 19:44 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Cuiabá registers more than 300 notifications of dengue; see how to avoid the mosquito

Cuiabá, Brazil reported 323 notifications of dengue in 2026, marking a significant decrease compared to 2025, accompanied by a notable drop in chikungunya cases as well.

Mar 15 • 17:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

The larval report's outcome helps direct dengue combat actions

A report on larval density has revealed areas in a Brazilian city that require intensified actions to combat dengue and other mosquito-borne diseases.

Mar 13 • 19:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Students at Pedroso School protest on Avenida João Paulo II in Belém over endless construction and mosquito infestation

Students from Pedroso School in Belém protested due to ongoing construction and health risks from a mosquito infestation in their temporary school building.

Mar 13 • 16:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Dengue in Santarém: Health Department confirms 6 deaths from the disease; one case is under investigation

The Health Department of Santarém has confirmed 6 deaths due to dengue, with one suspected case being investigated, sparking concerns for public health during the rainy season.

Mar 13 • 14:44 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Yellow Cake': Film with Tânia Maria about nuclear experiments releases trailer; check it out

The film 'Yellow Cake,' directed by Tiago Melo, delves into a satirical narrative around nuclear experiments aimed at eradicating the Aedes aegypti mosquito, as it was recently released with its first trailer.

Mar 13 • 11:57 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Chone faces flooding after the overflow of the Garrapata and Mosquito rivers

Chone in Ecuador experienced critical flooding due to the overflow of the Garrapata and Mosquito rivers following heavy rains.

Mar 12 • 13:11 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
World

It is not only the mines that threaten the Strait of Hormuz: what is Iran's Mosquito Fleet

The article discusses the threats posed by Iran's 'Mosquito Fleet' in the Strait of Hormuz, which includes fast boats and drone vessels under the control of the Iranian Navy and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

Mar 12 • 06:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Heart of a Monk Battered Alone by Mosquitoes

The story recounts the legendary monk Heirang, who selflessly collected mosquitoes bothering his monastery's community, ultimately sacrificing his own well-being for their peace.

Mar 11 • 01:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Heat and rains increase dengue risk in Cuiabá after storm alert in MT

The city of Cuiabá is facing intense heat and high chances of rain, increasing the risk of dengue outbreaks.

Mar 9 • 23:16 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

The Safe Way to Reuse Mosquito Tablets and Turn Them into a Home Air Freshener

In Argentina, used mosquito tablets can be repurposed as home air fresheners after their insecticidal function is completed.

Mar 7 • 10:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Dengue cases rise by 330% in Miracema; city hall prepares a cleanup operation in the most affected neighborhoods

Dengue cases in Miracema increased by 330%, prompting the city to organize a cleanup operation to combat mosquito breeding sites.

Mar 6 • 20:45 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

In northern Guayaquil areas, more clearing and fumigation are requested in parks due to the rainy season

Residents in northern Guayaquil are calling for increased vegetation clearing and fumigation in parks as heavy rains have led to significant overgrowth and mosquito proliferation.

Mar 6 • 13:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The Magnetic Mosquito Net for Doors That Lets Air Through and Instantly Blocks Insects

A magnetic mosquito net allows airflow while effectively blocking insects, providing a comfortable indoor environment during pleasant weather.

Mar 6 • 05:15 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Three cases of Chikungunya virus confirmed in Latvia after travel to the Seychelles

Three patients in Latvia were confirmed to have contracted Chikungunya virus after traveling to the Seychelles, with no local transmission expected due to unfavorable winter conditions for mosquito activity.

Mar 2 • 14:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

‘D Day’ against dengue: interactive map shows actions in 37 municipalities in the Ribeirão Preto and Franca region

The 'D Day' of the 'Together Against Dengue' campaign mobilized 37 cities in the Ribeirão Preto and Franca regions to combat the dengue mosquito.

Feb 28 • 22:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

‘D Day’ against dengue: interactive map shows actions in 33 municipalities of Campinas and region

The 'D Day' campaign against dengue mobilized 33 municipalities in the Campinas and Piracicaba regions of Brazil to promote public awareness and action against the Aedes aegypti mosquito.

Feb 28 • 21:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'D Day' Against Aedes aegypti Mobilizes 54 Municipalities in Northern MG This Saturday (28)

'D Day' is a public initiative aimed at combating the Aedes aegypti mosquito, involving 54 municipalities in Northern Minas Gerais.

Feb 27 • 20:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Keeping an Eye on Dengue: How to Protect Yourself During the Rainy Season

The article discusses the increased risk of dengue due to rising temperatures and humidity in Brazil during the rainy season and provides practical tips for prevention.

Feb 27 • 18:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

D Day against dengue: EPTV's campaign mobilizes 98 cities in Sul de Minas this Saturday

The 'D Day' of the 9th Regional Campaign Against Aedes aegypti will occur on Saturday, engaging 98 cities in the Sul de Minas region to combat mosquito breeding grounds.

Feb 27 • 12:51 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Students 'trim the mosquito' in class. Teachers helpless

Polish teachers are facing challenges in discipline due to stringent regulations protecting students' rights.

Feb 27 • 09:47 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Residents of São José dos Campos report mosquito infestation and concern over dengue

Residents in São José dos Campos are worried about an increase in mosquitoes as concerns grow over the spread of dengue.

Feb 21 • 18:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

City Hall installs traps against the dengue mosquito

The city of São José dos Campos is implementing new traps to monitor the presence of Aedes aegypti mosquitoes in order to improve dengue prevention efforts.

Feb 20 • 20:17 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Trap against the dengue mosquito: see how the mapping of cases works in São José dos Campos

In São José dos Campos, health agents are employing a method of using ovitraps to map and combat the spread of the dengue mosquito, Aedes aegypti.

Feb 20 • 18:33 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

New study: The mosquito virus could reach Northern Europe

A new study suggests that the chikungunya virus, historically transmitted by mosquitoes in tropical regions, may soon reach Northern Europe.

Feb 20 • 15:44 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Unusual, but real: the mosquito that closed the border between Mendoza and Chile for 24 hours

A mosquito of the Aedes aegypti species, known to transmit dengue, led to the closure of the Mendoza-Chile border for 24 hours for disinfection purposes.

Feb 19 • 21:25 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

The feared tropical disease is spreading towards Finland – Researchers: "It is only a matter of time"

Researchers warn that the chikungunya virus could spread to Finland due to climate change and the proliferation of the Asian tiger mosquito.

Feb 18 • 21:05 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

A dangerous infection threatens most of Europe due to climate change

Chikungunya fever, a tropical infection causing severe joint pain, may spread across much of Europe due to its mosquito carriers, impacted by rising temperatures from climate change.

Feb 18 • 15:55 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Chikungunya virus: Climate crisis and mosquitoes bring it to Europe and Greece

The climate crisis is creating conditions for the transmission of chikungunya disease for more than six months a year in southern European countries, including Greece.

Feb 18 • 12:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Santos eliminates 345 dengue breeding sites in community efforts and finds nearly 500 closed properties

Santos has successfully eliminated over 300 dengue breeding sites through community initiatives while discovering many closed properties in need of inspection.

Feb 17 • 23:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Without maintenance, Limeira cemetery has tall grass among graves, garbage accumulation, and dengue breeding grounds

The Parque Cemetery in Limeira, Brazil, suffers from neglect, with overgrown grass, trash, and mosquito breeding sites, prompting complaints from visitors and families of the deceased.

Feb 17 • 18:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Interior city of SP installs 90 boxes with 'good' Aedes aegypti to curb the advance of dengue; understand the technology

The city of Tatuí in São Paulo has installed 90 boxes designed to reduce the population of the dengue-carrying Aedes aegypti mosquito through a biological solution.

Feb 15 • 11:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

City Hall intensifies actions against dengue during the heat and rain period

The city government in Brazil is ramping up efforts to combat the Aedes aegypti mosquito as high temperatures and increased rainfall raise the risk of dengue, zika, and chikungunya outbreaks.

Feb 13 • 03:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Americana confirms first death from dengue in 2026

Americana, Brazil, has reported its first dengue death of 2026 involving a 56-year-old man with hypertension.

Feb 12 • 19:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Health Department of Santarém confirms 3 deaths due to dengue in the municipality; 8 people are hospitalized

The Health Department of Santarém confirms three deaths from dengue and reports that 150 cases have been registered in the municipality.

Feb 11 • 22:03 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

PAHO warns of the spread of chikungunya cases in the American continent

The Pan American Health Organization has issued a warning about the rise of chikungunya cases in the Americas, particularly due to the presence of Aedes aegypti mosquitoes and extreme temperatures.

Feb 11 • 20:47 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Water spout leaves eight people stranded on the banks of the Mosquito River in Serranópolis de Minas

Eight people were rescued by firefighters after being stranded on the banks of the Mosquito River in Serranópolis de Minas when a water spout surprised them.

Feb 11 • 13:38 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Gates Foundation denies claims it’s behind mosquito surge in Kenya

The Gates Foundation denies social media claims that it is responsible for a surge in mosquitoes in Kenya, clarifying their role in local health support and emphasizing compliance with national laws.

Feb 10 • 17:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Urgent alert for a dangerous virus in a luxury tourist destination: warnings about sudden fever and severe joint pain

An urgent health alert has been issued regarding a dangerous virus outbreak in a luxury tourist destination, warning travelers of sudden fever and severe joint pain associated with chikungunya.

Feb 10 • 00:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Are Electric Repellents Effective? Understand the Differences Between Models

The article explores the effectiveness of various types of electric mosquito repellents, highlighting that not all models are equally reliable.

Feb 9 • 09:00 UTC

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