Filmmaker Ben Rivers adapted Don DeLillo's play 'The Word for Snow' for his new film, Mare's Nest, featuring nine-year-old girls reciting the author's complex prose. The film explores a post-apocalyptic, adult-free world, blending DeLillo's themes with Rivers' distinctive visual style.
South Korea and the UAE held discussions on strategic energy cooperation, focusing on joint oil reserves and nuclear power projects. The meeting also addressed stable crude oil supply and potential new supply routes.
The UK will supply enriched uranium to Ukraine for its nuclear power stations and impose new sanctions on Russia. Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the support package, which includes a major energy deal to power Ukraine for the next two years through UK nuclear fuel supply, also supporting British jobs.
The UK will supply enriched uranium to Ukraine's nuclear power plants for two years, worth 210 million pounds ($280 million). The deal, supported by UK Export Finance, involves Urenco supplying Energoatom and extends a previous contract.
The Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant's 5th unit, a joint India-Russia project, has installed its reactor pressure vessel, a crucial step towards operationality by year-end, contributing to India's clean energy goals and a total site capacity of 6,000 MW.
Donald Trump will attend a G7 working session with Volodymyr Zelenskyy in France, but no bilateral meeting is scheduled. Meanwhile, Ukraine conducted drone attacks in Russia's Krasnodar and Volgograd regions, hitting a sea terminal and an oil station.
The Zaporozhye nuclear power plant has restored its external power supply via the Ferroalloy-1 line, switching its systems to a regular operating mode. Backup diesel generators were shut down after the power restoration.
Ukraine's armed forces have again attacked the transport workshop of the Zaporozhye nuclear power plant, damaging three cars, two of which were destroyed by fire, along with refueling pumps and glazing, according to the station.
Italian Environment Minister Gilberto Pichetto Fratin reaffirmed the country's commitment to nuclear energy, aiming for 10-15% of energy needs by 2040. He expects concrete implementation by 2033-34, emphasizing nuclear as a complementary energy source. The minister also touched upon fuel excise taxes, hinting at international developments.
Italian Minister Gilberto Pichetto Fratin discussed energy security, potential excise tax cuts, and the future of nuclear power in Italy. He emphasized the need to integrate energy production systems, highlighting nuclear energy's role in providing continuous power and its smaller land footprint compared to solar.
The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, under Russian occupation, has been without external power for over two days. The plant is currently relying on emergency diesel generators to cool its reactors, a situation the IAEA has deemed highly vulnerable.
India's Finance Ministry has granted retrospective customs duty relief on specified nuclear power generation equipment imported between April 1, 2019, and January 31, 2026. This move exempts eligible imports from past duty demands, regularizing shipments and providing certainty to importers.
A strike on Wednesday evening cut power to Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, forcing it onto backup generators. The IAEA reported no radiation leak but warned of constant dangers. Ukraine also struck a Russian oil refinery in Krasnodar, injuring three.
The Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) has experienced a complete power loss, with backup diesel generators activated. The plant's spokesperson confirmed the incident and stated that IAEA inspectors on-site have been informed, though the cause remains unclear.
The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) has lost its external power supply and is now fully reliant on diesel generators. The plant has a sufficient fuel reserve for these generators, according to the director of communications.
Akkuyu Nuclear Power Plant in Turkey is in its final stages for the first reactor's startup. The plant, with four 1200 MW reactors, will meet 10% of Turkey's electricity demand. Over 300 Turkish engineers, trained in Russia, are working on the project.
The Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) lost off-site power after its 330 kV Ferrosplavnaya-1 line was disconnected. Backup diesel generators were activated normally, with no security disruptions reported. Radiation levels remain normal.
Chinese President Xi Jinping and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un reaffirmed their alliance in Pyongyang, emphasizing strategic cooperation while avoiding public discussion of North Korea's nuclear program. Xi's visit, his first in seven years, focused on "shared interests" and a "favorable strategic environment," while Kim called ties with China "primary." This comes amid North Korea's nuclear advancements and a shifting geopolitical landscape.
Ehime Prefecture announced the cause of an inspection trouble at the Ikata Nuclear Power Plant in April, attributing it to worker assumption. The issue led to unintended data transfer stoppages in units 2 and 3, in addition to the planned stop for unit 1. Shikoku Electric Power has implemented revised procedures and security measures to prevent recurrence.
Jiangnan Shipyard reveals a floating green marine hub concept powered by a molten salt nuclear reactor, integrating shipping, energy production, and green fuel synthesis, showcased at Posidonia International Shipping Exhibition.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visited a new nuclear material production facility, likely in Yongbyon, reaffirming his commitment to strengthening nuclear capabilities. The visit, possibly timed with potential Chinese leader Xi Jinping's visit, signals Pyongyang's intent to solidify its status as a nuclear power.
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Uzbek counterpart Shavkat Mirziyoyev will virtually launch the construction of Uzbekistan's first nuclear power plant during a meeting at SPIEF. The project includes high-capacity and small-capacity reactors.
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Uzbek leader Shavkat Mirziyoyev will launch the construction of a nuclear power plant in Uzbekistan's Jizzakh region via video link during the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum. This integrated NPP project will feature both small and large capacity reactors.
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov stated that Russia's nuclear doctrine permits the use of nuclear weapons if the country's territorial integrity is threatened by aggressors. He also discussed normalizing US relations and criticized the IAEA's stance on the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant.
