"Venomous Joro Spiders Invading the East Coast"

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Giant venomous Joro spiders from Southeast Asia are spreading across the U.S. East Coast, expected to reach New York and New Jersey this summer. Despite their alarming appearance and ability to "fly" using a technique called ballooning, experts say they pose no major threat to humans. However, their impact on native species and the environment remains uncertain, with some researchers noting they displace native spiders and could have negative ecological effects.
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