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Recent discoveries include a nearly complete megaraptoran dinosaur, Joaquinraptor casali, from Patagonia, dating to 66-70 million years ago, and well-preserved pterosaur fossils from Solnhofen, Germany, showing storm-related injuries. These finds deepen understanding of late Cretaceous ecosystems and predator behaviors.
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Multiple recent earthquakes have struck Alaska, Hokkaido, and Kamchatka, with no damage or tsunami threats reported. A 14th-century Caribbean tsunami linked to the Puerto Rico Trench has been identified, and new research explains Japan's 2024 quake as caused by ancient magma. No current tsunami risks are evident.
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As of November 2025, Japan is experiencing a historic surge in bear attacks, with 13 deaths and over 100 injuries since April. The spike is concentrated in northern prefectures like Akita and Iwate, driven by food shortages and rural depopulation. The government has deployed the military to assist in trapping bears, while travel advisories warn residents and tourists of increased risks.
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Japan shipped about 6 tons of scallops from Hokkaido to China on Wednesday, marking the first export since Beijing lifted its seafood ban in August 2023. The move follows negotiations over safety standards related to Fukushima wastewater discharges, which Japan asserts are safe and supported by the IAEA. China maintains restrictions on seafood from Fukushima and nearby prefectures.