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Nuclear in your backyard? Tiny reactors could one day power towns and campuses – but community input will be key

You might imagine nuclear power plants as behemoth facilities spanning hundreds of acres. Nuclear microreactors, by contrast, could sit on land the size of a football field and power a whole town.

The Conversation

Can the UK fast-track nuclear power without cutting corners on safety?

Before the pomp of President Trump’s state visit to the UK, Washington and London announced a series of collaborations on nuclear research and regulation. A reminder to cynics that perhaps these events have some substance.

The Conversation

US and UK sign major nuclear power deal: What does it include?

The multibillion-pound deal will build up to 12 modern nuclear reactors in northeast England and power data centres.

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UK and US strike tech deal as Trump arrives for state visit

The ‘tech prosperity deal’ will see the UK and US co-operate in areas including artificial intelligence, quantum computing and nuclear power.

Evening Standard

IAEA Raises Nuclear Power Projections, US Needs More Uranium

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has revised upward its nuclear power projections, signaling an entirely shifted momentum for the sector. The decision marks the fifth consecutive upward revision since 2021, when forecasts began to rebound following a “lost decade” triggered by the Fukushima disaster in 2011.

Benzinga

UK and US line up string of deals to build modular nuclear reactors in Britain

Agreements include plan to build 12 reactors in Hartlepool with Centrica, creating 2,500 jobs, and fast-tracking UK and US safety checks

The Guardian - UK

Iran considers nuclear inspection access, urges action against Israel

Iran says national security council must greenlight any inspections, now limited only to Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant.

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Will small nuclear reactors start Europe’s atomic renaissance?

Divisions within the EU persist, as its two largest economies remain at odds over nuclear power — France relies heavily on it, while Germany shut down its last reactor in 2023.

Fortune

EDF extends lifespan of two UK nuclear plants, securing 1,000 jobs for longer

Heysham 1 in Lancashire and Hartlepool in Teesside to continue operating until March 2028

The Guardian - UK

Two UK nuclear power stations given further one-year extensions

Heysham 1 in Lancashire and Hartlepool in County Durham are now expected to generate electricity until March 2028.

The Independent UK

Is Oklo Stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold for September 2025?

After a wild ride in the year to date, should investors be paying attention to this nuclear energy stock?

Barchart

Power play: why NASA is betting on nuclear to outpace rivals on the Moon

The United States is racing to build nuclear power reactors for the Moon, with the first system planned for the end of the decade. This would keep astronauts alive through weeks-long lunar nights, as well as powering permanent bases and outposts – and giving Washington an edge over China and…

Radio France Internationale

Poland to build Europe’s first of its kind small-scale nuclear power plant in Włocławek

Poland’s first small modular nuclear power plant, or SMR, will be built in Włocławek, energy company Orlen announced on Thursday, the first project of its kind in Europe.

Euronews

Cathie Wood's Nuclear Power Bet Boosts Energy Fuels, Up Over 110% This Year—Expert Hails UUUU's Ability To 'Power AI Data Centers'

A powerful new investment thesis is gaining traction as the immense energy needs of artificial intelligence collide with a renewed push for nuclear power. While Cathie Wood's Ark Invest champions nuclear as a potential low-cost energy solution, one expert is pointing to a single U.S. company, Energy Fuels Inc. (NYSE:UUUU),…

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The Independent UK

Russia reports blaze at one of its biggest nuclear power plants

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Russia accuses Kyiv of attacking nuclear power plant on Ukrainian Independence Day

The fire at the nuclear power plant in Russia's Kursk region has been extinguished with no injuries reported.

The Independent UK

Moscow blames Ukraine drone attack for nuclear power plant fire

Despite talk of peace by Russia and Ukraine, the war is continuing along the 2,000 km front line

The Independent UK

Moscow says Kyiv has struck a nuclear power plant as Ukraine marks independence day

Russia has accused Ukraine of drone strikes that sparked a fire at a nuclear power plant in the Kursk region Sunday as Ukraine marked its Independence Day

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International Business Times

Ukraine Marks Independence Day With Drone Strikes On Russia

Ukraine launched a wave of drone strikes on Russia Sunday, triggering a fire at a nuclear power plant as it celebrated Ukrainian independence day against a backdrop of fading hopes for recent peace efforts.

The Independent UK

Taiwan holds key votes on expulsion of opposition MPs and future of nuclear power

Voters in Taiwan are deciding whether to dismiss seven opposition members from the legislature, a move that would restore the DPP’s majority

Euronews

Kazakhstan breaks ground on first modern nuclear power plant

Kazakhstan has begun the first modern nuclear power plant project in Ulken, Almaty region, with Russia's Rosatom. This will boost economic growth and infrastructure.

Space

NASA plans to build a nuclear reactor on the moon — a space lawyer explains why, and what the law has to say

Recently, acting NASA Administrator Sean Duffy reportedly suggested a U.S. reactor would be operational on the moon by 2030.

PC Gamer

A 'massive and unpredictable presence of jellyfish' has partially shut down one of Europe's biggest nuclear power plants with four out of six of its reactors taken offline

It's definitely had a major wobble. Sorry, not sorry.

Benzinga

BWX Technologies Rides US Push For Military And Space Nuclear Power To New Highs

BWX Technologies (NYSE:BWXT) is riding a wave of surging demand for naval nuclear power systems and next-generation reactors, with a record $6 billion backlog and strengthened long-term growth prospects in defense, commercial energy, and space markets.

Benzinga

Nuclear Startup Oklo Soars As AI Boom Sparks Need For New Power Sources

Oklo Inc. (NYSE:OKLO) shares jumped Tuesday after the nuclear startup advanced a key regulatory milestone for its Aurora Powerhouse reactor. Analysts cited accelerating approval timelines, rising U.S. electricity demand from AI and data centers, and strong bipartisan policy support for next-generation nuclear power as reasons for the rally.

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