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Time of India
16-06-2025
- Science
- Time of India
10 deadliest bees you should never mess with
Bees play a vital role in pollination and ecosystems, but not all are the gentle garden visitors we imagine. Some bees—and wasp-like relatives—pack a powerful sting, show extreme aggression, or defend their nests with deadly force. Whether it's their painful venom, swarming behavior, or territorial nature, these species are not to be taken lightly. From tropical rainforests to suburban backyards, they command respect. In this list, we explore the world's top 10 deadliest bee and bee-like species you should never provoke, complete with their nicknames, regions, threat levels, and evolutionary origins. Dangerous bees found across the world including Yellow Jacket , Warrior Wasp, and more 1. Africanised Honey Bee – 'The Killer Bee' One of the most dangerous stinging insects in the world, the Africanised honey bee is found across South and Central America and parts of the southern U.S. These bees are extremely aggressive and easily provoked. Swarming attacks have led to hundreds of fatalities since their accidental release in Brazil in the 1950s. In one tragic 2013 incident in Texas, a man was killed by more than 40,000 bees when disturbed a nest near his home. Victims often can't outrun them; these bees can chase perceived threats for over 400 meters. Though each sting isn't more toxic than a regular honey bee, the sheer number of stings causes anaphylactic shock or death. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo 2. Asian Giant Hornet – 'Murder Hornet' Native to East Asia and now a rising concern in North America, the Asian giant hornet is the largest hornet in the world, with a sting that delivers powerful neurotoxic venom. It has been responsible for dozens of deaths annually in Japan, mostly due to multiple stings or allergic reactions. Their venom can dissolve tissue, and they tend to attack in groups, particularly when their nests are disturbed. In 2020, the hornet made headlines after being spotted in Washington State, sparking a multi-agency eradication effort due to fears of both human harm and the devastation of local bee populations. 3. Warrior Wasp Found in Central and South America, the warrior wasp delivers one of the most excruciating stings known—reportedly on par with bullet ants. Pain can last hours and may result in nausea, temporary paralysis, and dizziness. Highly territorial, these wasps "drum" their bodies in unison to warn off intruders—often a prelude to an attack. Entomologist Dr. Justin Schmidt, creator of the 'pain index' for insect stings, ranked it near the top for intensity and danger. 4. Yellow Jacket One of the most aggressive wasp species worldwide, yellow jackets can sting repeatedly without dying, making them especially dangerous. Common in North America and Europe, they are responsible for the majority of wasp-related allergic deaths in the U.S. Every year, hundreds are hospitalized due to multiple stings or anaphylaxis. In 2018, a swarm in Ohio attacked a group of children, sending five to the hospital. Yellow jackets are particularly hostile in late summer and often nest near humans—in attics, walls, or underground. 5. Bald-Faced Hornet Though not a true hornet, the bald-faced hornet is a fiercely territorial wasp common in North America. It attacks in groups, delivering repeated stings laced with venom that causes severe swelling and intense pain. In 2015, a swarm attacked hikers in Ontario, leading to multiple emergency rescues due to hypersensitive reactions. Their large, football-sized nests are often built in trees or eaves, increasing chances of accidental human contact. 6. European Hornet Originally from Europe and now invasive in North America, the European hornet is a large, aggressive stinger. It defends its nest with force and can sting multiple times, injecting a venom that causes tissue inflammation, dizziness, and severe pain. In Virginia, several children were hospitalized in 2021 after accidentally disturbing a hidden nest during a picnic. Their tendency to build nests in human structures (walls, sheds) makes encounters increasingly common. 7. Vespa velutina – 'Asian Hornet' This invasive hornet species is spreading fast across Europe and poses a double threat: painful stings and devastation to honeybee colonies. In France and Spain, emergency rooms report hundreds of sting-related cases each year, including severe allergic reactions. Vespa velutina can sting repeatedly and react aggressively to human activity. Its rapid expansion has prompted EU-led extermination programs to protect both people and pollinators. 8. Tarantula Hawk Wasp Despite being less aggressive to humans, the tarantula hawk wasp delivers a sting so painful that victims have been known to scream involuntarily and collapse. Its sting ranks among the most painful of any insect. Found across the southwestern U.S. and Central America, it rarely stings humans unless provoked—but when it does, the pain is instant, electrifying, and incapacitating, though not usually medically dangerous. 9. Paper Wasp These globally distributed wasps build umbrella-shaped nests and will defend them with painful stings. Though not as aggressive as yellow jackets, paper wasps can sting multiple times, and allergic reactions are not uncommon. In 2016, a paper wasp nest on a patio in Florida led to a family of four being stung and hospitalized, with one person needing antivenom treatment. 10. Japanese Honeybee While harmless to humans in most situations, the Japanese honeybee earns a spot on this list for its astonishing hive defense mechanism. When attacked by an Asian giant hornet, these bees form a "bee ball", vibrating in unison to create heat and cook the hornet alive—a rare case of mammals killed by thermal attack instead of venom. Although they pose no real threat to humans, their lethal precision against invaders earns them a unique mention. Final words of caution Most of these insects do not seek confrontation—but disturbing their nests or moving too close can trigger violent swarming behavior. Victims of multiple stings may experience toxic venom buildup, anaphylaxis, or organ damage. Stay aware of your surroundings, especially in wooded areas or during outdoor work. If you spot a nest, do not attempt to remove it yourself—call professional pest control services. Whether you're hiking, gardening, or just enjoying the outdoors, a simple rule could save your life: respect the hive, and back away slowly.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Georgia Tech's Mason Patel named finalist for 'Stopper of the Year'
Staff Reports THE FLATS – Senior RHP Mason Patel was named one of 13 finalists for the 2025 Stopper of the Year award, the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association announced today. Patel, who was named All-ACC for the first time in his career this season, served as the Yellow Jackets primary high-leverage option out of the bullpen, becoming the first player in GT history to be named a finalist for the nation's best relief pitcher. Advertisement Patel was nothing short of dominant, becoming the first Yellow Jacket in program history to record at least 11 wins in a single season without ever starting a game. The Knoxville, Tenn. native was the go-to during high-leverage moments all season, often entering games with runners on or while the team was trailing, leading to a record-setting 11 victories in 23 relief appearances with five saves. He was the only pitcher this season to collect double-digit wins and at least five saves, the first relief pitcher to do so from a Power 4 conference since Kevin Kopps' Golden Spikes Award-winning season in 2021 (Arkansas). He posted a 3.34 ERA over 23 appearances and became the first Yellow Jacket pitcher this century to win each of his first six starts, finishing with an 11-2 record. His 11 wins is tied for the 13th-most in a single season in GT history and the most since Kyle Bakker posted 13 wins in 2002. Patel pitched the first 22.2 innings of the season without allowing a run and has posted career-bests in wins (11), saves (5), innings pitched (70.0), strikeouts (64) and opponent's batting average (.223). He is one of 13 pitchers from around the nation to be named a finalist and one of two in the ACC. Of the finalists, Patel leads the field in innings pitched (70.0) and wins (11). Advertisement The Stopper of the Year recipient will be announced via a news conference on Friday, June 13, at Charles Schwab Field in Omaha. The NCBWA, founded in 1962, presents the Dick Howser Trophy to the nation's top player and the Mike Martin National Coach of the Year to the nation's top coach. In 2025, the organization also will name the inaugural winner of the Tony Gwynn Trophy, which honors an NCAA baseball student-athlete who exemplifies the Gwynn legacy of community service and integrity. It also selects All-America Teams for all divisions, a Division I Freshman All-American team, Division I, II and III Players of the Week and Division I, II and III Players and Pitchers of the Year.
Miami Herald
11-06-2025
- Sport
- Miami Herald
Georgia Tech Defense Preview 2025: The Yellow Jackets Upgraded Through the Transfer Portal
The pass rush was non-existent, and there weren't enough takeaways, but the Yellow Jacket defense was good at getting into the backfield, great at third down stops, and wonderful against the allowed 31 points or more in six of the last 11 games, and it needs to come up with more big plays, but there's a talented base to go along with a slew of strong transfers. X CFN, Fiu | CFN Facebook | Bluesky Fiu, CFN2025 Georgia Tech PreviewGeorgia Tech Offense BreakdownSeason Prediction, Win Total, Keys to Season - The defensive front is undergoing the biggest overhaul. It hurts to lose pass rusher Romello Height to Texas Tech, but it got two promising prospects for the outside with AJ Hoffler (Clemson), Ronald Triplette (UTSA), and Brayden Manley (Mercer).The interior got a good tackle in Matthew Alexander (UCF) to work next to All-ACC performer Jordan van den Berg, a former Penn State transfer who made 23 tackles with five tackles for loss. - There wasn't much of a pass rush from the front. Linebacker Kyle Efford led the way with just three sacks, and he also led the team in tackles with 64. EJ Lightsey was banged up, but still made 22 tackles from the outside. They're both about 230 pounds, and both can hit. - The Yellow Jackets only came up with five interceptions, no one had more than one, and the defensive backs took two of them. However, this group can tackle, starting with corner Ahmari Harvey, who finished second on the team with 63 stops. Harvey picked off four passes over the last two years, veteran safeties Clayton Powell-Lee and Omar Daniels combined for 102 tackles, and coming in is Jyron Gilmore (Georgia State) to help at safety, and Kelvin Hill (UAB) is a nice young option at corner, breaking up five passes with 43 tackles last year for the Prediction, Win Total, Keys to Season 2025 Georgia Tech PreviewGeorgia Tech Offense Breakdown © 2025 The Arena Group Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved.
Axios
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Axios
Live music: 10 concerts coming to Charlotte in June, including Modest Mouse and 311
Charlotte live music fans, here's a quick list of the 10 biggest concerts coming to the city in June. June 5: Disco Biscuits Formed in 1995, the "World is Spinning" jam band from Philadelphia is known for its vibrant live shows and its creative blend of "trance-fusion" tracks. Location: Neighborhood Theatre Time: 8pm Tickets: $62.01 June 6: Dispatch with John Butler Known for hits like "The General" and "Only the Wild Ones," Dispatch, whose new album"Yellow Jacket" also comes out June 6, joins American-Australian singer and songwriter John Butler for a show at the outdoor amphitheater near Uptown. Location: Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre Time: 6pm Tickets: $30 June 7: Barenaked Ladies The "One Week" rock band stops in Charlotte as part of its "Last Summer on Earth" tour. Location: Skyle Credit Union Amphitheatre Time: 7pm Tickets: $30 June 10: Adeem the Artist A native of Locust, a rural North Carolina town east of Charlotte, Adeem the Artist is known for creatively blending country, folk and Americana music — and sprinkling in social commentary. Location: Evening Muse Time: 7:30pm Tickets: $26.44 June 13: Kaitlin Butts Butts, known for her powerful vocals and soulful storytelling, is a rising star in the country/Americana scene who hails from Oklahoma. Location: Evening Muse Time: 7:30pm Tickets: $26.44 June 14-15 Chandra Currelley A celebrated singer with an extensive theater background, Currelley is known by many for her collaborations with Tyler Perry. Location: Middle C Jazz Time: 6:15pm and 8:45pm Tickets: $50.65 June 15: Modest Mouse The Grammy-nominated "Float On" rock band returns to Charlotte for a performance that's sure to be high-energy. Location: The Fillmore Time: 8pm Tickets: $62 June 17 - Brand New The Long Island rock band that formed in 2000 is back together for a reunion tour. Location: PNC Music Pavilion Time: 8pm Tickets: $56.05 June 24: 311 The beloved rock band, known for hits like "All Mixed Up" and "Amber," is back in Charlotte as part of its Unity Tour 2025. Location: Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre Time: 7pm Tickets: $30 June 28: Three Dog Night Big in the late 1960s and 1970s, the Three Dog Night might be best recognized by their hit "Joy to the World," with its famous "Jeremiah was a bullfrog" opening line.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Georgia Tech pitcher turns heads with ACC Player of the Week honors
Georgia Tech junior right-handed pitcher Brady Jones was named the ACC Pitcher of the Week on Monday. This reflects games played between May 5-11. Jones took the mound and tossed a complete-game one-hit shutout against No. 20 Louisville on Sunday, May 11. The outing was the first one-hit shutout by a Yellow Jacket since 2011 and the first against a ranked opponent since at least 2000. Advertisement The outing marked Jones' first career complete game and was the seventh consecutive start in which Jones has lasted at least five innings. With five strikeouts in Sunday's victory, Jones is now tied for the Georgia Tech lead with 65 strikeouts this season. Related: Ex-NBA and Georgia Tech standout sues Fulton County after release from prison Jones is the third Jackets player to earn conference POTW honors. Center Fielder Drew Burress (March 17) and pitcher Mason Patel (Feb. 24). Related: Georgia Tech WBB sends strong message by hiring top assistant Georgia Tech opens a road finale series against Duke on Thursday, May 15 (6 p.m. ET on ACCN).
