This article does have shortcomings as noted, however I have read much worse. I've seen such proclamations made on the findings of a half dozen colonies. Yes, it is old news.
If the piece receives widespread distribution and pushes many beekeepers off center to do something about varroa, I can be satisfied. Possibly the headline will motivate.
A couple of months ago, I put together a varroa display and took it to a large bee club meeting - a white porcelain plate, a good number of mites, a strong flashlight, and a couple of magnifying glasses. I announced the exhibit and placed it on a display table. While ghosting in the background, I heard comments, "Oh, that's what they look like."  I shudder.

The bee industry is going to have to do something to overcome this ambivalence.

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