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@Kristian Andersen Pangos foccing a nuba was how this whole thing started

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2021-04-05 15:25 Kristian G. Andersen open

Pangos do actually like to foc a nubas so that makes sense.
2021-04-05 15:25 Edward C. Holmes open

Somewhat amusing that we have now created a nomenclature of concern.
2021-04-05 15:28 Edward C. Holmes open

"Labels will be chosen by WHO using lists produced by an algorithm that takes existing words, extracts useful syllables, and recombines them in a combinatorial fashion. The algorithm creates names that are novel (such as Alcanopa, Focanuba or Pomanycus) but will be easier to remember and more practical to use than alphanumerical designations". Easier to remember and more practical.
2021-04-05 15:28 Robert F. Garry open

@Kristian Andersen Is this what David - Captain China - Asher was referring to when he described Pangolins and Bats mating?
2021-04-05 15:29 Andrew Rambaut

@Kristian Andersen Pangos foccing a nuba was how this whole thing started
2021-04-05 15:29 Robert F. Garry open

@Kristian Andersen Foc a nu[de] ba[t]
2021-04-05 15:30 Andrew Rambaut open

Actually I should bring this name up with Frank: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nuba_peoples
2021-04-05 15:31 Edward C. Holmes open

I think you should. Ridicule is minutes away.
2021-04-05 15:41 Robert F. Garry open

I'm sure that the millions on twitter will have a field day. Not a good look for WHO.