Nuclear Power

Nuclear power is the use of nuclear reactions that release nuclear energy to generate heat, which most frequently is then used in steam turbines to produce electricity in a nuclear power plant. Nuclear power can be obtained from nuclear fission, nuclear decay and nuclear fusion reactions.

Renewable Energy Blamed for Texas Blackout—But It Had a Small Impact

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Bloomberg Quicktake: Now published this video item, entitled “Renewable Energy Blamed for Texas Blackout—But It Had a Small Impact” – below is their description. The Texas power outages that left millions shivering in the cold were caused by the failure of both traditional thermal power plants and renewable energy sources, said Southern Company Chief Executive … Read more Renewable Energy Blamed for Texas Blackout—But It Had a Small Impact

Magnitude 7.3 earthquake hits Japan off Fukushima coast | DW News

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DW News published this video item, entitled “Magnitude 7.3 earthquake hits Japan off Fukushima coast | DW News” – below is their description. A magnitude 7.3 earthquake struck northeastern Japan, off the coast of Fukushima, on Saturday night. More than 130 people have been reported injured and some 860,000 homes are without power. The Meteorological … Read more Magnitude 7.3 earthquake hits Japan off Fukushima coast | DW News

Japan’s 7.3 Earthquake Hits Fukushima’s Main Train Station

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Bloomberg Quicktake: Now published this video item, entitled “Japan’s 7.3 Earthquake Hits Fukushima’s Main Train Station” – below is their description. Video taken inside Fukushima city’s main train station, shows water leaking through overhead light fixtures after a magnitude 7.3 earthquake hit. The earthquake raised fears for the Fukushima nuclear power plant, but “no abnormalities” … Read more Japan’s 7.3 Earthquake Hits Fukushima’s Main Train Station

China’s first nuclear unit with domestic reactor starts commercial operation

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CGTN published this video item, entitled “China’s first nuclear unit with domestic reactor starts commercial operation” – below is their description. For more: https://news.cgtn.com/news/2021-01-30/China-s-Hualong-One-reactor-starts-commercial-operation-Xtistp0yeA/index.html China’s first nuclear power unit using Hualong One, a domestically-designed third-generation nuclear reactor, has entered commercial operation, said the China National Nuclear Corporation (CNNC) Saturday. The Hualong One reactor, with all … Read more China’s first nuclear unit with domestic reactor starts commercial operation

The Philippines considers reviving nuclear plant to meet energy demand

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Al Jazeera English published this video item, entitled “The Philippines considers reviving nuclear plant to meet energy demand” – below is their description. The Philippines is looking to revive its dormant nuclear power plant to solve its energy crisis. Experts say it could reduce soaring power prices by up to 70 percent. The Bataan Nuclear … Read more The Philippines considers reviving nuclear plant to meet energy demand

‘Nuclear Footballs’ With Two Sets of Launch Codes Handed Off to Joe Biden

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Bloomberg Quicktake: Now published this video item, entitled “‘Nuclear Footballs’ With Two Sets of Launch Codes Handed Off to Joe Biden” – below is their description. One of two “nuclear footballs” was rushed through halls of the US Capitol this morning ahead of Joe Biden’s inauguration, where the nuclear codes will be passed to a … Read more ‘Nuclear Footballs’ With Two Sets of Launch Codes Handed Off to Joe Biden

Croatia’s Worst Quake Since 1880 Kills Five, Rattles Region

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Bloomberg Quicktake: Now published this video item, entitled “Croatia’s Worst Quake Since 1880 Kills Five, Rattles Region” – below is their description. Croatia suffered its strongest earthquake in 140 years — for the second time in 2020 — with the tremor killing at least five people, devastating the city at its epicenter and rattling Europeans … Read more Croatia’s Worst Quake Since 1880 Kills Five, Rattles Region

6.4 magnitude earthquake hits Croatia | DW News

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DW News published this video item, entitled “6.4 magnitude earthquake hits Croatia | DW News” – below is their description. A powerful earthquake has struck Croatia near the capital Zagreb. The European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre says the magnitude 6.4 event struck 46 kilometers southeast of Zagreb. According to official reports, it caused widespread damage, collapsing roofs, … Read more 6.4 magnitude earthquake hits Croatia | DW News

Canada’s politicians debate over using new nuclear power plant as energy source

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Global News published this video item, entitled “Canada’s politicians debate over using new nuclear power plant as energy source” – below is their description. A relatively new kind of nuclear power plant, called small modular reactors (SMR), that can be used in ships, remote Northern communities or to power resource development like mines is a … Read more Canada’s politicians debate over using new nuclear power plant as energy source

Global National: Dec. 18, 2020 | Canadians told to stay home for Christmas, lockdowns extended

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Global News published this video item, entitled “Global National: Dec. 18, 2020 | Canadians told to stay home for Christmas, lockdowns extended” – below is their description. In our top story: We are one week from Christmas and while this will be a holiday season unlike any other, one message is consistent across the country: … Read more Global National: Dec. 18, 2020 | Canadians told to stay home for Christmas, lockdowns extended

How does NORTH KOREA mock the “AMERICAN EMPIRE”? – VisualPolitik EN

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VisualPolitik EN published this video item, entitled “How does NORTH KOREA mock the “AMERICAN EMPIRE”? – VisualPolitik EN” – below is their description. Check out our brand new channel, Visual Academy: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC00VXLPfLevjlZUhb3XkDhQ North Korea is one of the countries hardest hit by international sanctions worldwide, perhaps the hardest hit. Despite this, the regime of Kim … Read more How does NORTH KOREA mock the “AMERICAN EMPIRE”? – VisualPolitik EN

Siberia Threatened By Wildfires As Climate Change Permanently Changes Region | NBC News NOW

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NBC News published this video item, entitled “Siberia Threatened By Wildfires As Climate Change Permanently Changes Region | NBC News NOW” – below is their description. Climate change is melting the ground in Siberia. Wildfires in the region have caused buildings to collapse and put nuclear power plants in jeopardy. NBC News’ Kier Simmons looks … Read more Siberia Threatened By Wildfires As Climate Change Permanently Changes Region | NBC News NOW

CLP Investing in Solar, Wind, Nuclear Power in China

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Bloomberg Markets and Finance published this video item, entitled “CLP Investing in Solar, Wind, Nuclear Power in China” – below is their description. Nov.29 — Richard Lancaster, chief executive officer of CLP Holdings, Hong Kong’s biggest electricity producer, discusses the company’s strategy and outlook. He speaks with David Ingles and Tom Mackenzie on “Bloomberg Markets: … Read more CLP Investing in Solar, Wind, Nuclear Power in China

Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, Iran’s top nuclear scientist, assassinated near Tehran – BBC News

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BBC News published this video item, entitled “Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, Iran’s top nuclear scientist, assassinated near Tehran – BBC News” – below is their description. Iran’s most senior nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh has been assassinated near the capital Tehran, the country’s defence ministry has confirmed. Fakhrizadeh died in hospital after an attack in Absard, in Damavand … Read more Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, Iran’s top nuclear scientist, assassinated near Tehran – BBC News

Top Iranian nuclear scientist assassinated – BBC News

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BBC News published this video item, entitled “Top Iranian nuclear scientist assassinated – BBC News” – below is their description. Iran’s most senior nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh has been assassinated near the capital Tehran, the country’s defence ministry has confirmed. Fakhrizadeh died in hospital after an attack in Absard, in Damavand county. Iran’s Foreign Minister … Read more Top Iranian nuclear scientist assassinated – BBC News