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Yomiuri Shimbun
05-07-2025
- General
- Yomiuri Shimbun
Bear Sightings from Jan. to May Hit Record High of 3,721; Iwate Pref. Reports Most Incidents at 792
The number of Asian black bear sightings nationwide from January to May hit the highest ever since 2010, when comparable data became available, at 3,721, according to preliminary figures released by the Environment Ministry. Iwate Prefecture reported the most incidents with 792 cases, up two from the same period last year, followed by Akita Prefecture with 629 cases, up 324. While Asiatic black bears typically spend their time in the mountains where food is abundant until early summer, after emerging from hibernation, there has been a sharp increase in bears appearing in human-inhabited areas since early spring this year. Sightings in urban and residential zones from January to May include 101 cases in Fukushima Prefecture and 39 in Yamagata Prefecture. As to the reason why bears have often appeared near human dwellings, Kazuhiko Maita, director of the Institute for Asian Black Bear Research and Preservation, a nonprofit organization, points to the poor acorn harvest in the autumn of 2023 as a potential key factor. The scarcity of food led many bears to descend into human settlements in search of sustenance, resulting in a record 9,276 bears being captured in fiscal 2023, up 5,397 from the previous fiscal year. Maita suggests, 'It's possible that cubs, whose mothers were culled, did not return to the mountains and are now active near human settlements where food is available.' The number of bear-related casualties from January to June this year is also on a record pace, reaching 40. Local municipalities nationwide are swiftly implementing countermeasures. The Fukushima city government held a task force meeting on Thursday, citing that 'it wouldn't be surprising if human injuries occurred at any time.' They are considering measures such as placing devices that emit sounds and smells that bears dislike along riverbeds, areas known for frequent bear appearances. The city government of Iiyama, Nagano Prefecture, where three people were attacked and seriously or slightly injured in a residential area in April, is urging residents to avoid activities alone in the morning and evening when bears are active and carry noisemakers like bells or radios when working in fields.
Miami Herald
05-06-2025
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
2025 Mazda MX-5 (Miata) lease offer for June 2025
There are few roadsters out there that have survived the test of time like the Maita has. The Miata is now in its fourth generation, and Mazda isn't likely to discontinue the model anytime soon, with rumors that future generations may even be electrified. If you want to see what the Miata is all about, June might be the time to buy one, as Mazda has dropped some pretty exciting lease offers, considering the current automotive market. The lease offers for the 2025 model year Miata apply to both the Grand Touring and the RF Grand Touring (hardtop) with the manual transmission. If you're in the Los Angeles or Denver area, you can get a Miata Grand Touring for $503 a month / 48 months, with $3,999 due at lease signing and a $650 acquisition fee rolled into the monthly payments. That lease also has a 10,000-mile-per-year requirement. Prefer an RF hardtop? That lease offer increases to $562 a month / 48 months with the same $3,999 due at signing. The same mileage conditions and acquisition fee apply. Miami residents get a slightly better deal. The regular Grand Touring lease drops to $425 a month / 36 months with $2,499 due at lease signing and the same conditions, while the RF hardtop increases to $607 a month / 36 months with $2,499 due at lease signing. Live in New York? That same Grand Touring lease increases to $529 a month / 36 months with $2,999 due at lease signing and the same conditions. The RF hardtop offer is the same, at $607 a month / 36 months with $2,999 due at lease signing and the same conditions. Potential lessees who want to save money on the upfront costs can pay $0 at signing, with some adjustments to the monthly payment. We have estimated the monthly payments by spreading the amount at signing over the lease's term. Los Angeles and Denver residents opting for a regular Grand Touring would pay approximately $83 more per month, resulting in a payment of around $586. That same increase counts for the RF hardtop, too, resulting in a monthly payment of around $645. Miami residents wanting a Grand Touring with $0 down would pay an additional $69 per month for a total payment of around $494. That increase added to the RF hardtop would increase monthly payments to around $676. As for New Yorkers, their $0 Grand Touring Miata would pay $83 more per month for a total payment of around $612. The RF hardtop brings the same increase for a monthly payment of about $690. *This $0 down figure is an estimation. Official $0 down lease offers from Mazda may differ based on their specific calculations, credit approval, and potential money factor adjustments. Always obtain a quote directly from Mazda. The current model year Miata continues the tradition of lightweight motoring set by its ancestors. All trims use a 2.0L inline-four cylinder engine mated to either a 6-speed manual or automatic transmission. All 181 horses and 151 lb-ft. of torque are sent to the rear wheels, just the way the car gods intended. The top Grand Touring trim, if you don't count the 35th Anniversary Edition, adds a few luxury items into the mix, like special machine-cut 17-inch wheels, automatic headlights, rain-sensing wipers, door sill trim plates, an auto-dimming driver's side mirror, automatic climate control, leather-trimmed seats, Mazda's navigation system, adaptive headlights, and more. Lease offers can vary based on location and specific vehicle configuration (trim level, options, etc.) and are subject to credit approval. Advertised payments typically exclude taxes, title, registration, and other potential fees. To take advantage of this offer or to get a precise quote based on your needs (including an official $0 down option), visit the official Mazda website here. *Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes only. The information presented herein is based on manufacturer-provided lease offer information, which is subject to frequent change and may vary based on location, creditworthiness, and other factors. We are not a party to any lease agreements and assume no liability for the terms, conditions, availability, or accuracy of any lease offers mentioned. All terms, including but not limited to pricing, mileage allowances, and residual values, require direct verification with an authorized local OEM dealership. This article does not constitute financial advice or an endorsement of any particular lease or vehicle. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
