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  "publishedAt": "2026-04-16T03:40:24.000Z",
  "site": "https://scitechdaily.com",
  "tags": [
    "Science",
    "Archaeology",
    "Genomics",
    "Infectious Diseases",
    "Pandemic",
    "Pathogens",
    "University of South Florida"
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  "textContent": "Evidence from Jerash shows the Justinian plague reshaped communities, exposing hidden migration patterns and the human impact of pandemic crises. “A plague is upon us” was likely a familiar expression in ancient Jordan, where a mysterious disease claimed many lives and left a lasting mark on society. Today, an interdisciplinary team from the University of [...]",
  "title": "“A Plague Is Upon Us”: The Mass Death That Changed an Ancient City Forever"
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