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๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

Beware: Will the war in Iran end in nuclear disaster?

The article discusses the ongoing military conflict in West Asia involving the US, Israel, and Iran, questioning whether it could lead to nuclear devastation.

Mar 20 โ€ข 16:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

They returned to Fukushima 15 years after the nuclear accident: 'This place will become dead land'

Fifteen years after the Fukushima nuclear disaster, a small number of residents are returning to their deserted town, grappling with feelings of loss and anger over the dramatic changes.

Mar 19 โ€ข 22:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
World

Explosion meters from working nuclear reactor in Iran โ€“ 'Risk of major disaster'

A missile explosion near Iran's Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant has raised concerns about a potential nuclear disaster.

Mar 19 โ€ข 13:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

"I Will Not Return to My Hometown" Half of Evacuees from Six Towns in Fukushima Say So - Asahi Survey

A recent survey shows that half of the evacuees from six towns in Fukushima Prefecture do not intend to return to their hometowns following the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster.

Mar 19 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
World

11 times the world stood on the brink of nuclear apocalypse (and why we're still here)

The article explores eleven instances during the nuclear age when humanity came perilously close to nuclear disaster due to human error and technical malfunctions.

Mar 18 โ€ข 12:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Nuclear No Answer [Obscura]

A child in Seoul protests against nuclear power with a sign reading 'Nuclear No Answer', during a rally marking the 15th anniversary of the Fukushima disaster.

Mar 18 โ€ข 10:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

Shigeaki Mori, Hiroshima Atomic Bomb Survivor, Has Died in Japan

Shigeaki Mori, a Hiroshima atomic bomb survivor and historian, passed away at the age of 88 in Japan, reminding us of the enduring legacy of nuclear disaster survivors.

Mar 18 โ€ข 06:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
World

Visiting the Ghost Towns Where 'Time Stopped' After the Fukushima Disaster 15 Years Ago

A journalist returns to Fukushima 15 years after the disaster that changed the region, reflecting on the recovery and the initiatives taken to revitalize the area.

Mar 16 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
World

Stunning Images: This is What Chernobyl Looks Like Now

Recent photos from Chernobyl showcase the stark and haunting landscape nearly 40 years after the catastrophic nuclear accident.

Mar 15 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Consider Direct Disposal of Fukushima Daiichi Debris Rather Than Reprocessing, Says Nuclear Regulatory Commission Chairman

The chairman of Japan's Nuclear Regulatory Commission suggests that directly disposing of melted nuclear fuel debris from the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster may be more advisable than attempting its reprocessing.

Mar 12 โ€ข 08:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Fukushima Nuclear Power Plant Still Discharging Contaminated Water, Will It Be Decommissioned by 2051?

The Fukushima nuclear power plant continues to struggle with the aftermath of its 2011 disaster, with decommissioning goals facing significant delays and uncertainties.

Mar 12 โ€ข 06:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The High School That Closed Due to the Nuclear Accident: Students from 15 Years Ago Who Attended or Transferred

The article discusses the state of former students from Futaba High School, which closed after the Fukushima nuclear disaster, 15 years later.

Mar 12 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Nuclear Power Regulations: A Steady Resolve Despite Risks โ€” The Nuclear Regulatory Authority Draws the Line with Bureaucrats

The article discusses the efforts and challenges faced by Japan's Nuclear Regulatory Authority in ensuring nuclear safety following the Fukushima disaster.

Mar 12 โ€ข 03:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

More than 10,000 deaths while seeking refuge away from hometown: A continuing high level of fatalities 15 years after the nuclear accident

Over 10,000 people died in evacuation, unable to return home, 15 years after the Fukushima nuclear disaster.

Mar 11 โ€ข 23:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

When will I return? My father died in an unfamiliar land, and I blamed myself as an unfilial son

The article reflects on the tragic circumstances of families displaced by the Fukushima nuclear disaster, focusing on a man's grief over his father's death away from their hometown.

Mar 11 โ€ข 23:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

15 Years Since the Nuclear Accident: Comparing Photos of Fukushima Before, Shortly After, and Now

Fifteen years after the Fukushima nuclear accident, the Asahi Shimbun examines the progress of reconstruction in the region through aerial photographs comparing pre-disaster, post-disaster, and current conditions.

Mar 11 โ€ข 21:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The tsunami crashed into the nuclear power plant 15 years ago - this is the situation in Japan now

The Fukushima nuclear disaster, triggered by a tsunami 15 years ago, continues to impact Japan with ongoing cleanup operations and an evacuation of thousands of people.

Mar 11 โ€ข 17:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Prime Minister: 'Long-term care for disaster victims is necessary' - Attends memorial reconstruction ceremony

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi emphasized the need for long-term mental health care for disaster victims during a memorial ceremony in Fukushima, while discussing ongoing reconstruction efforts and the return of residents to contaminated areas.

Mar 11 โ€ข 10:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Photo] 'Remember Fukushima!'... Enough with Nuclear Power Plants

A rally was held in Seoul to mark the 15th anniversary of the Fukushima nuclear disaster, criticizing the South Korean government's plans for new nuclear power plants.

Mar 11 โ€ข 10:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Japan marks the 15th anniversary of the devastating earthquake and tsunami

Japan commemorated the 15th anniversary of the catastrophic earthquake and tsunami that claimed over 22,000 lives and severely damaged the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant.

Mar 11 โ€ข 09:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

15 Years After the Great East Japan Earthquake, There Are โ€˜No People Who Can Workโ€™ in Fukushima Destroyed by the Nuclear Power Plant

Fifteen years post the Great East Japan Earthquake, a significant decline in the working-age population in Fukushima and neighboring regions highlights the ongoing risks and impacts of nuclear disasters.

Mar 11 โ€ข 09:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

When the Fukushima Nuclear Plant Exploded due to the Earthquake, Explosions Continued for Several Days

The anniversary of the Fukushima nuclear disaster is a reminder of one of history's most severe nuclear crises following a devastating earthquake and tsunami in Japan on March 11, 2011.

Mar 11 โ€ข 08:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Japan marks the 15th anniversary of the Fukushima disaster

Japan commemorates the 15th anniversary of the Fukushima disaster, with calls from Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to expedite the restart of nuclear reactors and develop new nuclear technologies.

Mar 11 โ€ข 08:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Culture After the 2011 Tragedy in Japan: Ellipsis and Respect for the Victims

This article examines how Japanese authors have reflected on trauma and cultural responses following the catastrophic events of 2011, particularly the earthquake, tsunami, and nuclear disaster.

Mar 11 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

TODAY IN HISTORY: Gorbachev's rise to power, Lithuania's independence, and the Fukushima nuclear disaster

The article highlights significant historical events that occurred on the same date, including Mikhail Gorbachev's rise to power, Lithuania's declaration of independence, and the Fukushima nuclear disaster.

Mar 11 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
World

Touring the ghost towns of Fukushima 15 years after the nuclear tragedy

The article explores the remnants of Fukushima's ghost towns, illustrating the lasting impact of the 2011 nuclear disaster.

Mar 11 โ€ข 03:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster was a "man-made disaster"; proposals from the investigation committee have not been realized, and responsibility is questioned

A report claims the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster was caused by human error, with many recommendations for prevention ignored since the event.

Mar 10 โ€ข 22:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Lessons from the Fukushima Nuclear Accident, Unheeded by the National Assembly and Us: Commonalities with the Hamaoka Review Misconduct

An interview highlights the unfulfilled recommendations made in the report by the National Assemblyโ€™s investigation committee on the Fukushima disaster, emphasizing the need for robust oversight and accountability.

Mar 10 โ€ข 22:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

Turning Back to Nuclear Power Fifteen Years After Fukushima

Fifteen years after the Fukushima nuclear disaster, discussions on revisiting nuclear energy are reigniting amid ongoing shutdowns in the area and reflections on the disaster's impacts.

Mar 10 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

15 Years Since the Fukushima Tragedy... Citizens' Groups in Gwangju and Jeonnam Demand Nuclear Phase-Out Instead of SMRs and New Nuclear Power Plants

Citizen groups in Gwangju and Jeonnam are calling for a nuclear phase-out to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the Fukushima disaster.

Mar 10 โ€ข 08:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

What I have encountered in Fukushima is a slow-running disaster that continues

The article reflects on the ongoing impact of the 2011 Fukushima disaster fifteen years after the event, linking it to Norway's current discussions on nuclear power.

Mar 10 โ€ข 06:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Regulatory Commission Chief: 'We Cannot Build Safety Without Knowing the Truth' - Continuing Accident Investigation at Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant

The head of Japan's Nuclear Regulation Authority stresses the importance of uncovering the truth behind the Fukushima nuclear disaster as investigations continue fifteen years post-incident.

Mar 9 โ€ข 22:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The Nuclear Accidents in Europe and America Were a Distant Fire for Japan: Regrets and Fears of the Former Chairman of the Regulatory Commission

The former chairman of Japan's Nuclear Regulation Authority reflects on the Fukushima disaster and regrets not learning enough from past nuclear incidents in the West.

Mar 9 โ€ข 21:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

15 Years Since the Fukushima Nuclear Accident... What Happened with the Restart of the World's Largest Nuclear Plant, Kashiwazaki?

Citizens protested outside the Japanese Prime Minister's office against the restart of the Kashiwazaki nuclear power plant, expressing concerns over unresolved issues from the Fukushima disaster.

Mar 9 โ€ข 13:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Focus on Whether to Acknowledge National Responsibility: Appeals Court Decision on Tsushima Lawsuit Regarding Nuclear Accident Scheduled for October

Residents of Tsushima, affected by the Fukushima nuclear accident, await an appeals court ruling that may determine the government's responsibility in the disaster.

Mar 9 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Disaster: Mysteries Remain 15 Years Later, New Hypotheses on Hydrogen Explosion

Fifteen years after the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster, ongoing investigations reveal unresolved mysteries and new theories about the incident and its aftermath.

Mar 9 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Explanation: The Causes and Damage of the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant Accident, and the Current State

The article explains the causes and impacts of the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant disaster and discusses its present condition.

Mar 9 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

New Unexpected โ€œMissing Concreteโ€ Under the Reactor: A Mystery 15 Years Later

Experts have discovered significant missing concrete in the pedestal of Reactor No. 1 at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant, raising concerns about its structural integrity and safety years after the catastrophic meltdown.

Mar 9 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Accelerating Return to Nuclear Power, but What Lies Ahead... Where is the Energy Policy Heading?

Japan's energy policy is shifting back towards nuclear power amid increasing electricity demand predicted due to advancements in AI, despite a previous momentum for phasing out nuclear energy following the Fukushima disaster.

Mar 5 โ€ข 19:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Nuclear Power Restart: 51% Support, 35% Opposed - Asahi Public Opinion on the 15th Anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake

A recent survey shows that support for restarting nuclear power plants in Japan has reached 51%, marking a shift in public opinion since the Fukushima disaster, where only two years ago, opposition was greater.

Feb 28 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

"Cows in Iitate Village" - Aiming for Increased Happiness for Diners While Selling Meat and Protecting the Land

Farmers in Iitate Village, affected by the Fukushima nuclear disaster, are working to revive the local beef industry and enhance consumer happiness by selling high-quality meat.

Feb 27 โ€ข 21:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
World

Nukes in Ukraine would be โ€˜recipe for disasterโ€™ โ€“ Serbian lawmaker

A Serbian lawmaker warns that the presence of nuclear weapons in Ukraine could provoke a wider conflict with Russia.

Feb 26 โ€ข 19:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

They Split the Atom and Signs of Disaster Emerged

The article discusses the recent expiration of the New START treaty, highlighting the deteriorating state of nuclear arms control and its implications for global security.

Feb 19 โ€ข 05:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

After the Nuclear Accident, Over 5,000 Drawings from Fukushima: Tetsuo Takada Wins the Okamoto Taro Prize

Tetsuo Takada has won the prestigious Okamoto Taro Prize for his artwork depicting the aftermath of the Fukushima nuclear disaster, showcasing over 5,000 pieces capturing the local scene.

Feb 16 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Ukraine warns against restarting occupied nuclear power plant - compared to Chernobyl

Ukraine's nuclear energy chief warns that the restart of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, under Russian control, poses a significant risk of nuclear disaster.

Feb 12 โ€ข 13:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
World

The most peaceful bomb: How the USSR stopped a disaster with a nuclear blast

The article discusses how the USSR used nuclear blasts for peaceful purposes, primarily during the Cold War, to create reservoirs and extract minerals, emphasizing the dual nature of nuclear technology.

Feb 11 โ€ข 17:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

How to Prepare for Continuity of Medical Care During a Nuclear Accident: Lessons from Fukushima, BCP Development Still in Progress

Japan continues to seek better frameworks for medical care continuity in the face of potential nuclear disasters, drawing lessons from the Fukushima incident.

Feb 11 โ€ข 03:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Japan resumes operation of the world's largest nuclear power plant

Japan has resumed operation of the world's largest nuclear power plant, the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa, after a hiatus following the Fukushima disaster in 2011.

Feb 9 โ€ข 13:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Japan resumes operation of the world's largest nuclear power plant

Japan has restarted the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear power plant, which had been offline since the Fukushima disaster in 2011.

Feb 9 โ€ข 07:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

World's largest nuclear power plant restarted in Japan

Japan has restarted the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear power plant, the world's largest, after it was shut down in 2011 following the Fukushima disaster.

Feb 9 โ€ข 06:59 UTC

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