Since September 2023, an extraordinary spectacle has unfolded in the Parisian underground: denizens opt to remain standing during their subway commutes, even when vacant seats beckon beside them. This isn’t merely a passing trend; rather, it stems from a pervasive apprehension of encountering bed bugs concealed within those seats. Bed bugs possess a remarkable talent for eluding human detection, manifesting not only in subway carriages but also in the plush confines of high-speed trains, cinema halls, airports, and hospitals. Ironically, these insidious creatures have even infiltrated the prestigious domain of Paris Fashion Week. Their unwelcome presence prompted French citizens to document and disseminate sightings on social media platforms, igniting a…