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Putin's invasion challenges Greens' aversion to nuclear power

Commentary / World Mar 22, 2022

Putin's invasion challenges Greens' aversion to nuclear power

by Jonathan Ford

Greater political responsibility may force Europe's clean energy movements to reconcile their climate goals with the imperative of security.

As Japan reboots 44-year-old nuclear reactor, experts sound alarm

National | FOCUS Jun 23, 2021

As Japan reboots 44-year-old nuclear reactor, experts sound alarm

by Aaron Sheldrick

Kansai Electric Power Co. restarted the No. 3 reactor at its Mihama station in Fukui Prefecture on Wednesday.

Fukui nuclear unit becomes Japan's first to operate beyond 40-year limit

National Jun 23, 2021

Fukui nuclear unit becomes Japan's first to operate beyond 40-year limit

The reactor had stopped operations after the crisis at the Fukushima No. 1 plant triggered by a massive earthquake and tsunami.

Issue at Chinese nuclear plant may be less alarming than the politics around it

Asia Pacific Jun 16, 2021

Issue at Chinese nuclear plant may be less alarming than the politics around it

by Dan Murtaugh

China’s nuclear regulator said Wednesday there was increased radiation in the primary loop of the reactor because of a small amount of fuel rod damage.

Media fails to agree on Fukushima water discharge

National / Media | MEDIA MIX May 22, 2021

Media fails to agree on Fukushima water discharge

by Philip Brasor

The general public is unable to comprehend the mixed messages it’s hearing from the nation’s leading news outlets.

Cancer compensation claim by former Fukushima plant worker rejected

National May 13, 2021

Cancer compensation claim by former Fukushima plant worker rejected

The court in Sapporo denied any causal relationship between debris removal work undertaken by the man and his development of the various cancers.

Japan's first reactor to operate beyond 40-year limit to restart in June

National May 12, 2021

Japan's first reactor to operate beyond 40-year limit to restart in June

Kansai Electric Power Co. will begin loading nuclear fuel into the No. 3 unit at the Mihama plant in Fukui Prefecture from May 20.

Another security breach at Tepco nuclear plant uncovered

National May 9, 2021

Another security breach at Tepco nuclear plant uncovered

A number of cases of unauthorized access have occurred at the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa plant since January 2018.

China will assess food safety threats posed by Fukushima water release

National Apr 15, 2021

China will assess food safety threats posed by Fukushima water release

China's foreign ministry said on Thursday that China shares a common stance with South Korea opposing Japan's action.

Deputy PM Aso challenged by China to drink treated Fukushima water

National Apr 14, 2021

Deputy PM Aso challenged by China to drink treated Fukushima water

The request came after the Japanese politician claimed the water from the Fukushima No. 1 nuclear plant would be safe to drink.

Fukushima water release to prolong seafood safety woes

National | FOCUS Apr 13, 2021

Fukushima water release to prolong seafood safety woes

by Junko Horiuchi

Concerns among fishermen and consumers are rooted in persistent distrust among the Japanese public toward the government and Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings Inc.

In Fukushima, data gathered to allay mothers' radiation concerns

Science & Health | Regional Voices: Fukushima Apr 12, 2021

In Fukushima, data gathered to allay mothers' radiation concerns

One scientist is adamant giving birth in the prefecture is safe, but wants to provide the necessary proof to provide to would-be parents.

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