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Bangladesh, US sign MoU on strategic civil nuclear cooperation

Bangladesh and the United States have signed an MoU to expand strategic cooperation in the peaceful use of nuclear energy as Dhaka seeks to diversify its long-term energy sources. The agreement covers nuclear safety, security, safeguards and non-proliferation, with Bangladesh developing its first nuclear power plant at Rooppur.

The Economic Times · Sep 26

Climate breakdown: Is the EU adapting to the new normal? Europe's summer of disasters

It has been called Europe's disaster year. 2026 has seen more than 30,000 excess deaths linked to heatwaves, along with mega wildfires, nuclear power plants having to shut down, gas plants under pressure, droughts reducing hydropower generation from rivers and wild fluctuations in electricity prices, not to mention major disruptions…

France 24 · Sep 25

40 years after Chernobyl, Italy greenlights a return to nuclear energy

Italy’s Senate has given final approval to legislation paving the way for a return to nuclear power

The Independent UK · Sep 23

The Children at Lyric Hammersmith: Meera Syal excellent in post-apocalyptic drama

4/5 Lucy Kirkwood’s play shows three people pitched together in a cottage after a nuclear power plant disaster

Evening Standard · Sep 14

From Uzbekistan to Canada: A look at India’s global uranium hunt

India is accelerating its nuclear power expansion to reach 100 GW by 2047. This ambitious goal necessitates securing substantial uranium supplies from global sources. New agreements with Uzbekistan, Australia, and Canada are diversifying fuel procurement strategies. Domestic policy changes now permit private companies to enter nuclear power generation. This dual…

The Economic Times · Sep 14

Japan scandal-hit nuclear plant operator head to resign: Reports

Chubu Electric Power's president will resign following a scandal over earthquake data. The company is expected to abandon plans to restart two reactors at its Hamaoka plant. An independent report cited management pressure as a factor contributing to the misconduct. This incident occurs as Japan seeks to revive nuclear power…

The Economic Times · Sep 14

Erdogan hints at larger nuclear partnership with Russia, unsettling Turkey's allies

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is signalling a move to expand nuclear power cooperation with Russia, just as his country’s first Russian-built nuclear station prepares to go live later this year. The deepening partnership is likely to unsettle Turkey’s western allies.

Radio France Internationale · Sep 12

South Korea Will Invest $100 Billion in U.S. Nuclear Sector To Boost AI and Appease Trump

Facing a 25 percent tariff threat, Seoul agreed to bankroll nuclear reactors and a Texas gas plant. The cost is already climbing past budget.

Reason · Sep 11

Google Is Betting $15B on Finland to Power Search, Maps and Gemini AI, Here's Why

Google will invest €13B ($15.1B) in Finnish AI data centres over 2027 and 2028, its biggest bet in Europe, backing nuclear power and 37,000 jobs.

International Business Times UK · Sep 9

Canada looks beyond the US as Ottawa targets Poland with nuclear technology, uranium and LNG in major trade push amid global energy uncertainty

Canada is exploring energy and infrastructure partnerships with Poland. Ottawa is pitching nuclear technology and uranium supplies to Warsaw. Canada also seeks opportunities to supply liquefied natural gas to Poland. This outreach aims to diversify trade beyond the United States market. Poland's energy transition presents opportunities for Canadian companies.

The Economic Times · Sep 8