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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