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G7 ambassadors to miss Nagasaki atomic bomb memorial over Israel's exclusion

G7 ambassadors to miss Nagasaki atomic bomb memorial over Israel's exclusion

Nagasaki's mayor said he would stick to a decision to exclude Israel's ambassador from Friday's event to mark the city's atomic bombing.
Thu Aug 08 2024
A huge race is on to develop quantum technologies. The time to discuss risks is now

A huge race is on to develop quantum technologies. The time to discuss risks is now

The film Oppenheimer showed how an earlier wave of quantum research enabled the atomic bomb, and forever changed the international order.
Sun Jul 21 2024
Atom bomb survivor hopes Japan debut of 'Oppenheimer' will stoke nuclear debate

Atom bomb survivor hopes Japan debut of 'Oppenheimer' will stoke nuclear debate

The only nation to have suffered atomic bombings, Japan has led global efforts to abolish the weapons.
Sat Mar 09 2024
Atomic bomb blockbuster 'Oppenheimer' leads Oscar nominations

Atomic bomb blockbuster 'Oppenheimer' leads Oscar nominations

The three-hour drama directed by Christopher Nolan outpaced gothic comedy "Poor Things," another best picture contender that scored 11 nominations.
Wed Jan 24 2024
Japan opening of 'Barbie' marred by controversy ahead of nuclear memorials

Japan opening of 'Barbie' marred by controversy ahead of nuclear memorials

No Japan release date has been announced for "Oppenheimer", which chronicles the creation of the atomic bomb.
Thu Aug 03 2023
'Oppenheimer' and the story behind those who lost their land to the lab

'Oppenheimer' and the story behind those who lost their land to the lab

In 1942, the US Army gave 32 Hispano families 48 hours to leave their homes and land, for the world's first atomic bombs lab.
Mon Jul 31 2023
Nobel prize-winner Kenzaburo Oe, dead at 88, used words to preach pacifism

Nobel prize-winner Kenzaburo Oe, dead at 88, used words to preach pacifism

Oe who wrote about gruesome tales of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, died due to old age.
Mon Mar 13 2023
Hiroshima marks 76th anniversary of US atomic bombing

Hiroshima marks 76th anniversary of US atomic bombing

Mayor Kazumi Matsui urged world leaders to commit to nuclear disarmament as seriously as they tackle a pandemic.
Fri Aug 06 2021
Hiroshima marks 75 years since atomic bombing in scaled-back ceremony

Hiroshima marks 75 years since atomic bombing in scaled-back ceremony

Bells tolled in Hiroshima on Thursday for the 75th anniversary of the world's first atomic bombing, with ceremonies downsized due to the coronavirus.
Thu Aug 06 2020
Japan set to mark 75 years since Hiroshima, Nagasaki atomic bombing

Japan set to mark 75 years since Hiroshima, Nagasaki atomic bombing

Thursday marks 75 years since the United States unleashed the world's first atomic bomb attack on the city of Hiroshima, followed three days later by the second and last on Nagasaki.
Tue Aug 04 2020
North Korea N-test explosive yield may have reached 120 kilotons

North Korea N-test explosive yield may have reached 120 kilotons

North Korea's nuclear test on Sunday may have produced an explosive yield of 120 kilotons, eight times more powerful than the atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima in 1945.
Wed Sep 06 2017
Is Abe the first sitting Japanese leader to visit Pearl Harbor? Well, actually, he may be the fourth.

Is Abe the first sitting Japanese leader to visit Pearl Harbor? Well, actually, he may be the fourth.

In May, President Barack Obama and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe visited Hiroshima, where the U.S. dropped an atomic bomb in 1945 and soon compelled Japan's surrender, ending World War II.
Tue Dec 27 2016
Obama says no apology for A-bomb on Hiroshima visit

Obama says no apology for A-bomb on Hiroshima visit

The US President says it's important to recognise that in the midst of war, leaders make all kinds of decisions.
Mon May 23 2016
US President Barack Obama to make historic visit to Hiroshima

US President Barack Obama to make historic visit to Hiroshima

President Obama will become the first sitting president to visit Hiroshima, Japan, later this month.
Wed May 11 2016
Q&A: Why is North Korea's 'hydrogen bomb' test such a big deal?

Q&A: Why is North Korea's 'hydrogen bomb' test such a big deal?

North Korea's claim of it testing a hydrogen bomb has alarmed Pyongyang's Asian neighbors as it is much more powerful compared to the nuclear that they currently have.
Wed Jan 06 2016
'Representatives of Islam make very noticeable contribution to unity and common strength' - Putin meets with Russian Chief Mufti Tadzhuddin

'Representatives of Islam make very noticeable contribution to unity and common strength' - Putin meets with Russian Chief Mufti Tadzhuddin

President Vladimir Putin said that Muslims made a 'very noticeable contribution' to the unity and overall strength of Russia, at a meeting with Chairman of the Russian Central Spiritual Directorate of Muslims and Chief Mufti of Russia Talgat Tadzhuddin in Moscow on Monday.
Wed Feb 26 2025
Avitan Shalom sentenced to seven years for possession of ammunition and firearms

Avitan Shalom sentenced to seven years for possession of ammunition and firearms

Avitan Shalom pleads guilty to two charges of possessing 200 rounds of ammunition and six firearms.
Wed Feb 26 2025
It's time to seize Russian assets, not just freeze them, says UK's Lammy

It's time to seize Russian assets, not just freeze them, says UK's Lammy

The move will harden Britain's position on how the West should handle bonds and other securities frozen since Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Wed Feb 26 2025
Sudanese army plane crashes in residential area, 46 killed

Sudanese army plane crashes in residential area, 46 killed

Military sources said that the plane crash was most likely due to technical reasons.
Wed Feb 26 2025
'Go big or go home': Oscars red carpet to sparkle with bold gems and rare diamonds

'Go big or go home': Oscars red carpet to sparkle with bold gems and rare diamonds

Statement earrings and necklaces are forecast to be the rage this year.
Wed Feb 26 2025
White House takes control of the press pool covering Trump

White House takes control of the press pool covering Trump

While traditional media organisations would still be allowed to cover the president, the administration plans to change who participates.
Wed Feb 26 2025
US, Ukraine agree to terms of critical minerals deal

US, Ukraine agree to terms of critical minerals deal

Trump says Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy wants to come to Washington on Friday to sign a "very big deal."
Wed Feb 26 2025
Detailed study needed to understand difference in private hospital treatment charges

Detailed study needed to understand difference in private hospital treatment charges

Lim Hui Ying says in some cases, treatment costs are higher for patients using guarantee letters than those who pay upfront before claiming.
Wed Feb 26 2025
Meta must face lawsuit claiming it prefers cheaper foreign workers

Meta must face lawsuit claiming it prefers cheaper foreign workers

Judge says, three US citizens who accuse Meta of refusing to hire them though they were qualified, may pursue a proposed class action.
Wed Feb 26 2025
Petronas seen maintaining RM50 bln capex in 2025 despite Petros uncertainties

Petronas seen maintaining RM50 bln capex in 2025 despite Petros uncertainties

This forecast comes as Petronas continues prioritising funding for production maintenance.
Wed Feb 26 2025