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Scottish Labour MP blasts party's nuclear energy policy as 'madness'

A Scottish Labour MP has blasted his own party's policy on nuclear energy

The National (Scotland)

Europe’s Danube, Rhine and Loire are shrinking under heat and drought, disrupting shipping, power generation and tourism

Record low water levels in Europe's major rivers are disrupting electricity production, cargo transport and business operations as heatwaves and drought continue across the continent. Nuclear and hydropower plants have cut output, shipping on the Danube and Rhine has slowed, and companies are reporting lower earnings, highlighting the growing economic…

The Times of India

Spain says 70,000 out of 72,000 migrants that entered Ceuta in mass border crossing have returned to Morocco – as it happened

Minister tells reporters least 75 people died after EU ministers meet to discuss response to the crisis

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Record low Danube levels prompt central European governments to take emergency action

It comes amid soaring temperatures across Europe, as the continent grapples with yet another heatwave.

Euronews

Romanian navy carries out Danube controlled explosions to help cool nuclear power plant

Romania’s naval forces carried out controlled explosions on the drought-hit Danube River to divert water flow toward the Cernavoda nuclear power plant.

The Independent UK

Safety notice issued after worker seriously injured at power station

An electrician was seriously injured in a fall at Torness Nuclear Power Station, East Lothian. ONR issues improvement notice to Dalkia Facilities…

The National (Scotland)

Extreme Heat Hits Europe's Power Supply: Why Hungary Was Forced To Shut Down Its Biggest Plant

Hungary's Paks Nuclear Power Plant shuts down due to low Danube River levels amid a heatwave, risking energy shortages. Officials urge moderate electricity use as the European Commission considers intervention.

International Business Times UK

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Ukraine war briefing: Strikes on three Russian oil refineries and sanctioned ship

Power cut to Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant; meal queues in Crimea where Ukrainian strikes have cut fuel and power supplies. What we know on day 1,621

The Guardian - AU

Hungary braces for a full shutdown of the Paks nuclear plant as the Danube River hits record lows

Hungary's only nuclear power plant is shutting down for the first time due to record-low water levels on the Danube River

The Independent UK

Wildfire on Suffolk coast near nuclear power station ‘stabilised’

The fire is a few miles away from Sizewell B and the construction site for the new Sizewell C.

Evening Standard

Suffolk Wildfire Forces Mass Evacuations as Sizewell Nuclear Site Is Monitored

A wildfire near Sizewell nuclear power station has led to evacuations on the Suffolk coast, affecting homes, holiday parks, and wildlife reserves. Firefighting efforts continue amid challenging conditions.

International Business Times UK

Suffolk wildfire sparks power cuts with nuclear power plant on ‘high alert’

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The Independent UK

Holiday park evacuated as firefighters battle huge wildfire near nuclear power plant

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The Independent UK

Nuclear power station 'on alert' in England over nearby wildfire

A nuclear power station in England is 'on alert' due to a nearby wildfire, according to reports

The National (Scotland)

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How the heatwave is taking a toll on European industry as key waterways run low

Prolonged low water levels have forced several European industries, including oil refining, nuclear power and chemicals, to reduce output because of raw-material and cooling-water shortages.

The Economic Times

Cost of four new Kudankulam reactors jumps 55% after Ukraine war delays

The cost of four new Kudankulam nuclear reactors has significantly increased. Construction delays, exacerbated by the Ukraine war, pushed back timelines by nearly three years. This cost escalation impacts the competitiveness of nuclear power in India's market. Similar global projects have also faced substantial expenditure hikes and delays. India aims…

The Independent UK

UK wildfires latest: Blaze breaks out in Essex as helicopter tackles ‘unpredictable’ Suffolk fire

EDF nuclear plant chiefs monitor fire as flames rip through Dunwich Heath, reaching RSPB Minsmere

The Economic Times

NTPC eyes Rs 17 trillion capex to nearly triple capacity by FY37

India's NTPC plans a 17 trillion rupee investment through fiscal 2037. The company aims to nearly triple its generation capacity by 2037. Renewable energy will be the primary driver of future capacity growth. NTPC also targets substantial nuclear power capacity by 2047. This expansion supports India's long-term energy security strategy.

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Younger Italians warm to nuclear power as Meloni pushes revival four decades after Chernobyl

Forty years after Chernobyl ended Italy's nuclear ambitions, Giorgia Meloni's government wants small modular reactors back on the table — but cost and generational divides could complicate the comeback.

The Economic Times

Four decades after Chernobyl, Italy embraces nuclear again

Four decades after abandoning nuclear power in the wake of the Chernobyl disaster, Italy is preparing to revive the sector as Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's government pushes legislation to create a legal framework for next-generation reactors. The move is driven by energy security concerns, rising electricity demand and climate goals,…

The Independent UK

Four decades after Chernobyl, a generational divide reshapes Italy's nuclear debate

Nearly 40 years after Italy abandoned nuclear power following the Chernobyl disaster, Premier Giorgia Meloni’s government is laying the groundwork for a return to atomic energy

The Independent UK

A 50-year radiation safety rule is on the chopping block under Trump’s nuclear agenda

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission is proposing to eliminate a foundational safety principle that has for 50 years minimized the radiation people in the United States are exposed to, and that has been adopted around the world

The Economic Times

Adani's nuclear power ambition hinges on a green light

Adani Power awaits government rules for private nuclear sector entry. The company plans ten gigawatts of nuclear capacity by twenty thirty-five. Investment decisions depend on regulatory clarity and cost-effectiveness for consumers. Feasibility studies for potential sites in Madhya Pradesh are underway. India aims to significantly expand nuclear power capacity by…

The Economic Times

US, Saudi Arabia strike landmark civil nuclear deal

The United States and Saudi Arabia have finalized a civil nuclear power agreement. This pact allows the kingdom to build reactors using American technology. Saudi Arabia will also be permitted to enrich uranium under the new deal. Concerns exist regarding potential nuclear weapon development pathways. The agreement now awaits Congressional…

The Times of India

Explained: Why the proposed US-Saudi nuclear deal has triggered alarm over proliferation risks

The Trump administration is advancing a civil nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia. This pact could allow uranium enrichment and spent fuel processing by the kingdom. Critics fear this weakens global non-proliferation norms and may trigger an arms race. Saudi Arabia seeks nuclear power for economic diversification and reduced fossil fuel…

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