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The Release of Fukushima Wastewater Will Symbolically Hurt Japan

The Release of Fukushima Wastewater Will Symbolically Hurt Japan

By Maxime Polleri
The release – and the fierce protests it engendered – is stoking anxiety, mistrust, and even geopolitical tensions.
In Japan’s Neighbors, Fear and Frustration Over Radioactive Water Release

In Japan’s Neighbors, Fear and Frustration Over Radioactive Water Release

By Hyung-jin Kim
Many foreign experts said the water discharge will have a negligible impact on the environment and human health, but Japan’s neighbors remain worried.

Fukushima Nuclear Plant to Start Releasing Treated Radioactive Wastewater Into Pacific Ocean

Fukushima Nuclear Plant to Start Releasing Treated Radioactive Wastewater Into Pacific Ocean

By Mari Yamaguchi
The release of treated but still radioactive water could start as early as Thursday, despite opposition at home and abroad.

Climate Finance Must Be Part of Sri Lanka’s Debt Solution

Climate Finance Must Be Part of Sri Lanka’s Debt Solution

By Michael Iveson and Timothy Shankar
Climate finance is essential to address both the country's debt crisis and its acute climate vulnerabilities.

Wildfires Burn Popular Maui Tourist Town

Wildfires Burn Popular Maui Tourist Town

By Jennifer Sinco Kelleher
Wildfires in historic Lahaina Town on the island of Maui forced evacuations and led some to flee to the relative safety of the ocean.
Death Toll in Recent Beijing Flooding Rises to 33, With 18 Still Missing

Death Toll in Recent Beijing Flooding Rises to 33, With 18 Still Missing

By Associated Press
Heavy rains have battered northern China since late July, disrupting the lives of millions.

Pakistan’s Path to Climate Action Needs Strong Political Leadership

Pakistan’s Path to Climate Action Needs Strong Political Leadership

By Abdul Waheed Bhutto
Political leaders must demonstrate strong commitment, empower local bodies, and engage communities as partners in the fight against climate change.
Typhoon Khanun Forecast to Turn Back to Southern Japanese Islands

Typhoon Khanun Forecast to Turn Back to Southern Japanese Islands

By Mari Yamaguchi
The typhoon already injured 41 people and knocked out power for nearly a third of homes on Okinawa. Now it’s expected to return.

Kyrgyzstan Declares an Energy Emergency and Looks to China for Support

Kyrgyzstan Declares an Energy Emergency and Looks to China for Support

By Catherine Putz
As Bishkek announces a three-year energy emergency, newly announced Chinese energy projects provide some hope – but when, and at what cost?

Floods Around Beijing Kill At Least 20, Leave 27 Missing as Thousands Evacuated

Floods Around Beijing Kill At Least 20, Leave 27 Missing as Thousands Evacuated

By Associated Press
The severity of the flooding took the Chinese capital by surprise: “Neither officials nor ordinary people expected the rain to be so heavy.”

Australia Welcomes Lifting of UNESCO Threat to List Great Barrier Reef as World Heritage in Danger

Australia Welcomes Lifting of UNESCO Threat to List Great Barrier Reef as World Heritage in Danger

By Rod McGuirk
There are fears that a World Heritage in-danger listing would damage a tourism industry that revolves around the reef and employs more than 64,000 people.
China’s Oil Gambit in Africa’s Conflict Zones

China’s Oil Gambit in Africa’s Conflict Zones

By Robert Bociaga
Across the continent, China is doubling down on energy investments even in the face of local opposition and violent conflict.

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