cockroach

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Hundreds of young people gathered for it, many of them wearing cockroach face masks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

"With the right treatment, with the right engagement, every cockroach infestation can be controlled," he said.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Pest controllers have reported a rise in callouts to cockroach infestations in Cardiff, with one company regularly getting five or six reports a week.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Eleven establishments were closed from April 16 to 23, nine for rodent or cockroach infestations, one for insufficient hot water and one for unapproved remodeling.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

A sad cockroach lay on its back in the middle of the tiled floor.

From "American Gods" by Neil Gaiman