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The Origins of Havana Syndrome: Strange Attacks and Unexplained Illnesses

In 2016, US diplomats based in Havana, Cuba, reported experiencing mysterious symptoms, including strange sounds, headaches, vertigo, and confusion. These symptoms, known as Havana Syndrome, were often accompanied by a high-pitched buzzing or hissing sound. While theories varied, two scientists concluded that the sound captured by one of the diplomats was actually the mating call of the indies short-tailed cricket. This sheds light on the possibility that insects, including crickets, can produce sounds that mimic technological interference or even sonic weapons.

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