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Iran February 13, 2024

Iran's nuclear activities raise concerns as UN watchdog warns of lack of transparency

Rafael Mariano Grossi, the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency, has expressed concerns about Iran's lack of transparency regarding its nuclear program.

Japan February 8, 2024

Japan's Fukushima nuclear plant leaked radioactive water, officials say

A radioactive water leak occurred at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant due to a malfunction in a treatment machine. A plant worker found the leak on Wednesday morning.

South Korea February 7, 2024

South Korean president affirms commitment to non-nuclear strategy as country faces threats

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has reiterated that South Korea will not pursue nuclear weapons despite threats from nuclear-armed North Korea, officials say.

Georgia February 2, 2024

Nuclear reactor in Georgia delayed due to vibrations in cooling system

Vibrations found in Georgia's newest nuclear reactor will delay the start date for when the unit starts generating power, making the project much more expensive.

Digital Originals January 30, 2024

North Korea now using AI in nuclear program: report

A new report that analyzed North Korea's AI use found the nation has been developing the technology across industries and is exploring AI-driven military tech.

Russia January 26, 2024

Ukraine to start construction on 4 new nuclear reactors later this year

Ukraine is set to ramp up its nuclear energy production with the construction of four new nuclear power reactors later this year despite its ongoing war with Russia.

MILITARY January 25, 2024

US military is 'weak,' in danger of not being able to defend national interests: study

The U.S. military's current posture was rated as "weak" for the second year in a row, according to a Heritage Foundation study, with all branches coming in for low marks.

North Korea January 5, 2024

North Korea fired 200 artillery rounds near border, violating of 2018 military agreement, South says

South Korea's defense ministry said North Korea violated a 2018 military agreement on Friday when it fired hundreds of artillery rounds along the sea boundary between the sovereign countries.

CRIME December 31, 2023

Embattled former Biden official accused in multiple airport thefts ends 2023 free

Embattled former Biden administration official Sam Brinton is ending 2023 without having to serve any jail time despite numerous charges of baggage thefts.

OPINION December 8, 2023

We must advance nuclear energy in the US

Recent geopolitical events, from wars in the Middle East and Ukraine to China’s nefarious energy supply chain dominance, make securing our energy future all the more urgent.

Nuclear November 30, 2023

UN atomic chief backs nuclear power at COP28 as world reckons with proliferation

As demand for electricity surges, the world will need to increase construction of nuclear power plants, according to head of UN nuclear body, Rafael Mariano Grossi.