This discovery of the unique "ushikuvirus" and its interactions with host cells, including forcing abnormal growth and destroying the host's nuclear membrane, offers valuable insights into the diversity and evolution of giant viruses, contributing to a better understanding of the mysteries surrounding eukaryotic organisms and giant viruses.

Two relatively new viruses with animal origins have been flying under the radar but are ripe to evolve and risk future epidemics and pandemics.

If it feels like everyone is getting the flu, you're not imagining it.