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Germany's gas crisis generates nuclear dilemma for ruling Greens

German conservative politicians have revived debate on extending the life of the country's three remaining nuclear power plants, and polls show a rise in public support for the energy source in the face of a possible cut-off of Russian gas.

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Japan overlooks technological treasures it already has right under its feet

There is growing concern about Japan's science and technology. Although Japan has been putting a lot of effort into becoming a "science and technology-oriented country," its international standing has actually declined in recent years. According to a report released last year by the Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Ministry,…

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Courts in conflict on Fukushima N-accident

A ruling this week by the Tokyo District Court is in direct conflict with a ruling last month by Japan's Supreme Court.

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Japan PM Kishida: asked industry minister to have up to 9 nuclear power plants operational this winter

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Thursday he had asked the industry minister to have up to nine nuclear power plants operational this winter.

Reuters

Japan court holds ex-TEPCO execs liable for Fukushima crisis

A Tokyo court on Wednesday ordered four former executives of the utility behind the tsunami wrecked Fukushima nuclear power plant to pay 13 trillion yen ($94 billion) to the company, holding them liable for the 2011 meltdown crisis

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Biden heads to Mideast jittery about Iranian nuclear program

Joe Biden starts the first visit to the Middle East of his presidency with a monumental task: assuring uneasy Israeli and Saudi Arabian officials that he is committed to preventing Iran from becoming a nuclear power

The Independent UK

People warned not to fish around Torness nuclear power station after oil spill

East Lothian Council has already advised people not to bathe at two nearby beaches or let their pets go in the sea

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German official: Nuclear would do little to solve gas issue

Germany’s vice chancellor has defended the government’s commitment to ending the use of nuclear power at the end of the year

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Scots warned to stay out of water after leak from nuclear power plant substation

FAMILIES have been warned to stay out of the water at two Scottish beaches after an oil leak from a nuclear power plant substation ...

The National (Scotland)

East Lothian bathers warned to stay out of water after oil spill at Torness

The leak happened at an electricity substation on the nuclear power station site after a fault sparked a fire system into action sending oil and cooling water into the drainage system

Edinburgh Live

UK minister’s plea for more nuclear power rejected by Scottish Government

THE Scottish Government has rejected UK Energy Minister Greg Hands plea to “rethink” its stance on new nuclear power stations

The National (Scotland)

Japan election may be tailwind for nuclear restarts as public mood shifts

Japan's push to restart nuclear reactors, shut down after the Fukushima disaster a decade ago, could get a tailwind as the governing coalition looks set for gains in a national election on Sunday.

Reuters

Russia Warns Humanity at Risk if West Seeks to Punish It Over Ukraine

Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev said attempts by the West to punish a nuclear power such as Russia for the war in Ukraine risked endangering humanity, as the near five-month conflict leaves cities in ruins and thousands homeless. Russia's Feb.

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Russia warns humanity at risk if West seeks to punish it over Ukraine

KYIV/KRAMATORSK, Ukraine: Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev said attempts by the West to punish a nuclear power such as Russia for the war in Ukraine risked endangering humanity, as the near five-month conflict leaves cities in ruins and thousands homeless.

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Putin says Ukraine is heading for 'tragedy,' Kramatorsk city prepares its defence

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday accused the West of decades of aggression towards Moscow and warned that if it wanted to attempt to beat Russia on the battlefield it was welcome to try, but this would bring tragedy for Ukraine.

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Explainer - Inflation to nuclear power: What's at stake in Japan's election

Japan will vote in upper house elections on Sunday that have implications for Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's grip on the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and his ability to push through legislation.

Radio France Internationale

EU lawmakers support 'green' label for gas and nuclear energy

The European Parliament on Wednesday gave its support for labelling gas and nuclear power as “green” under the bloc’s taxonomy rules. The move comes despite deep divisions on the issue between member states.

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Russia's Medvedev warns United States: messing with a nuclear power is folly

Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev told the United States on Wednesday that attempts by the West to punish a nuclear power such as Russia for the war in Ukraine risked endangering humanity.

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Ukraine says link restored to Zaporizhzhia nuclear station

Ukraine's nuclear power operator said on Friday it had re-established its connection to surveillance systems at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, Europe's largest, which is occupied by Russian forces.

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Nuclear power is gaining support after years of decline. But old hurdles remain

Investment from the government and private sector are changing the trajectory of the aging U.S. nuclear fleet and spurring development of new nuclear technology.

The Guardian - AU

Net zero nuance: commentary on decarbonising the grid misses the mark on batteries and nuclear

One claim from the past week is based on a nuclear plant that hasn’t been built and another confuses the role of battery storage

Reuters

IAEA loses transmission from Ukraine's Russian-held nuclear power plant

The U.N. atomic watchdog said on Wednesday it had again lost its connection to its surveillance systems keeping track of nuclear material at the Russian-held Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine, Europe's largest, which the watchdog wants to inspect.

Reuters

Crunch time for power grid as Japan's heatwave gets even hotter

Japan braced on Wednesday for its hottest day yet of a record-breaking heatwave, as Prime Minister Fumio Kishida called for a ramp-up of nuclear power use amid fears of a shortage of electricity to keep air conditioners whirring.

Bangkok Post

Can nuclear energy come back from the grave?

Nuclear power has been in decline since the Fukushima disaster in Japan more than a decade ago, but it may be poised for a comeback. Russia's invasion of Ukraine and soaring natural-gas prices have led some to argue that nuclear energy can help solve the twin challenges of energy security…

Benzinga

'This Is Where All The Rich People Are Going To Hide During The Apocalypse': Nuclear-Powered Sky Hotel Revealed

This article was originally published on June 27, 2022. A Yemeni engineer has unveiled his vision for an AI-piloted aircraft that will allow up to 5,000 passengers to remain in flight indefinitely, with engines fueled by nuclear power.

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