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Volcano Eruption Spawn New Island Off Coast of Japan

Television footage showed "heavy smoke, ash, and rocks exploding from the crater" which a volcanologist says, "the new island might be eroded away...but it also could remain permanently". Japan's chief government spokesman says he is happy to welcome new territory, even though the island is very tiny. When asked if the government is planning to name the island Yoshihide Suga responded "if it becomes a full-fledged island, we would be happy to have more territory...this has happened before and in some cases the islands disappeared".

Giant Squid Found In Spain; 400-Pound, 30-Foot-Long Creature Has Massive Eyes

By Paola Hernández
It is not an every day occurrence to come across a massive, 400-pound, 30-foot-long squid on the coast.

Sakurajima Volcano Eruption Video 2013: Ash Plumes Leap Three Miles Into the Sky

By Paola Hernández
Mount Sakurajima, one of Japan's most active volcanoes, erupted on Sunday night, projecting ash up to 16,000 feet (or about 5,000 meters) into the air, according to the Kagoshima Local meteorological Observatory.

Japanese Troops Set To Train With U.S. Forces Together Off Coast Of California

By Paola Hernández
The two countries have been long-time economic allies, and now appear to be growing close militarily as well.

Teen's $54K Bar Tab: 16-Year-Old in Japan Steals Father's Credit Card, American Express Foots The Bill

By Paola Hernández
A court in Japan has ruled that the teen's actions were largely the fault of the bar owners and the credit card company.

Mexico vs. Japan Soccer Match Live Online Streaming: 2012 Olympics Soccer Semifinals Leg 1 Tied at 1-1 by Half Time

By Paola Hernández
Mexico and Japan were tied 1-1 by halftime in a game that decides who advances to the gold medal match on August 11.
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