Tokyo Notes

Reports are coming in of a new explosion at one of the reactors at an earthquake damaged Fukushima power plant.

A plant designer discusses what may have happened at the Fukushima nuclear plant following Friday’s earthquake.

Naoto Kan describes the earthquake, tsunami and nuclear threat as the biggest challenge in 65 years.

Yukio Edano says in his latest press conference another explosion is likely, but warns over unfounded rumours.

The death toll following Friday’s earthquake and tsunami continues to rise as the temblor is upgraded in strength.

David McNeill shares his thoughts from the road as he travels around parts of Japan worst hit by the earthquake.

Rescue efforts in Japan continue against the backdrop of ongoing aftershocks following the earthquake Friday.

Radiation is leaking from a nuclear plant in Fukushima after a major earthquake, but a new Chernobyl seems unlikely.

Reports are emerging of an explosion at a nuclear power plant in Japan that was damaged after yesterday’s earthquake.

Officials battle to prevent radiation leaks at two nuclear power plants after a catastrophic earthquake and tsunami.

Hours after a massive earthquake strikes Japan, aftershocks are still being felt in Tokyo. The death toll is already in the hundreds.

The earthquake that hit Japan today is upgraded to 8.8. Associate Editor Ulara Nakagawa reports from Tokyo.