What the heck is going on in Cambodia?

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The thread discusses a sensational report about an outbreak of "zombism" in Cambodia, allegedly caused by a new strain of malaria carried by mosquitoes. The claims include high mortality rates and bizarre post-death behavior, leading to speculation about biological weapons and government responses.

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  • One participant shares a link to an article claiming a "zombism" outbreak in Cambodia, attributing it to a new malaria strain with a 100 percent mortality rate.
  • The article suggests that victims can be revived for a short period, exhibiting violent behavior due to brain damage and chemicals released during "resurrection."
  • Another participant expresses skepticism about the report, suggesting it may be a hoax or joke.
  • Several participants recognize the date of the article as April 1st, indicating it is likely an April Fools' joke.
  • There is a light-hearted exchange among participants about being misled by the article and the nature of online information.

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Participants generally agree that the report is not credible and likely a joke, as indicated by the April 1st date. However, there is a mix of initial reactions, with some expressing surprise before realizing the context.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects a blend of humor and skepticism regarding sensational news reports, particularly those that may not be based on factual information.

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Zombies, biological weapons? Sounds like a b-movie script!
http://65.127.124.62/south_asia/4483241.stm.htm"
There has been a small outbreak of “zombism” in a small town near the border of Laos in North-Eastern Cambodia.

The culprit was discovered to be mosquitoes native to that region carrying a new strain of Malaria which thus far has a 100 percent mortality rate and kills victims in fewer than 2 days.

After death, this parasite is able to restart the heart of its victim for up to two hours after the initial demise of the person where the individual behaves in extremely violent ways from what is believed to be a combination of brain damage and a chemical released into blood during “resurrection.”

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US Secretary of State Condoleeza Rice opposed the plan saying that the Cambodian government holds a great biological weapon and should destroy it immediately. Cambodian officials have yet to comment.

A United Nations team will be dispatched to Cambodia to confirm the safety of biological research in Cambodia.
WTF?!
 
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Biology news on Phys.org
1 April, 2005, 17:00 GMT 18:00 UK

boom boom, pull the other one it has bells on it
 
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Joke's on me then eh? :blushing:
Damn Boing Boing blog. :mad:
 
:smile::smile::smile::smile::smile::smile::smile:

I thought you were joking :)

I was taken in for about 2 secs till I saw 1st april 2005
 
Can't trust anyone these days! :smile:
 
This is what happens when you stay up with a bottle of scotch. :blushing:
 
Good catch Anttech, but it would have been fun. I was also wondering what the heck, but saw your post before I went to the actual article.
 
Yonoz said:
This is what happens when you stay up with a bottle of scotch. :blushing:
Heh, I would never do that. :redface: