Malaysia not in ‘pressing need’ to adopt nuclear power - PM
The PM acknowledges the "possibility" of adopting the energy, citing the country's upcoming massive data centers.
Wed Jan 22 2025
Google to purchase nuclear power for data centres
Google on Monday announced plans to purchase nuclear power to operate data centres in the age of power-hungry artificial intelligence (AI).
Tue Oct 15 2024
[COLUMNIST] Nuclear power as an option in Malaysia’s energy mix
The world continues to shift from fossil fuels to sustainable energy sources, with solar power leading the charge.
Tue Aug 27 2024
[COLUMNIST] Can nuclear power help in combating climate change?
There is an abundance of evidence showing that the risks of nuclear power are minimal, even comparable to popular renewable energy sources.
Mon Aug 19 2024
Radioactive water leaks reported at Japan’s crippled Fukushima power plant
The leak was first identified when a decrease in the water level of the surge tank was detected, according to TEPCO.
Wed Aug 14 2024
Russia says it is considering putting a nuclear power plant on the moon with China
According to Yuri Borisov, Russia and China had been jointly working on a lunar programme.
Wed Mar 06 2024
World's biggest nuclear plant in Japan to resume path towards restart
Tepco has been eager to bring the world's largest atomic power plant back online to slash operating costs, but a resumption still needs local consent in Niigata prefecture.
Wed Dec 27 2023
Three additional releases of Fukushima wastewater planned by next March
Japan is set to release additional contaminated water from its crippled Fukushima nuclear power plant three more times by next March.
Thu Sep 14 2023
Japan to release Fukushima water into ocean starting Aug 24
Japan will release more than 1 million metric tonnes of treated radioactive water from the wrecked Fukushima nuclear power plant.
Tue Aug 22 2023
Japan to start Fukushima water release as early as late Aug - Media
Japan and the International Atomic Energy Agency say it is safe but nearby countries fear it may contaminate food.
Mon Aug 07 2023
Kremlin says AUKUS submarine deal raises proliferation questions
To date no party to the nuclear Treaty other than the five countries the treaty recognises as weapons states has nuclear-powered submarines.
Tue Mar 14 2023
Eyeing China, Biden and allies unveil nuclear-powered submarine plan for Australia
First phase to see Australia buying US subs in early 2030s.
Tue Mar 14 2023
US to test nuclear-powered spacecraft by 2027
NASA officials view nuclear thermal propulsion as crucial for sending humans beyond the moon and deeper into space.
Mon Jan 30 2023
Japan turns back to nuclear power to tackle energy crisis
The move comes more than a decade after the 2011 Fukushima disaster prompted it to idle most of its reactors.
Fri Dec 16 2022
Ukrainians suffer in cold, darkness as president implores UN to punish Russia
Russia unleashed a missile barrage across Ukraine, killing 10 people, forcing shutdowns of nuclear power plants and electricity supply.
Thu Nov 24 2022
Probe against man suspected of using fake title, providing illegal Ayurvedic treatment
Police say the man is suspected of offering Ayurvedic treatment without a license or Health Ministry approval.
Wed Jan 22 2025
[COLUMNIST] Into the dense fog of the Petronas-Petros dispute
Sarawak is within its right to reclaim its gas distribution, and the federal government should honour this, says EMIR Research.
Wed Jan 22 2025
Trump delivers fresh tariff threats against EU, China
Trump says the EU and other countries also had troubling trade surpluses with the United States.
Wed Jan 22 2025
Woman jailed three years for beating son to death
The results of the autopsy confirmed the boy died due to blunt trauma to the head and abdomen.
Wed Jan 22 2025
Malaysia adopts more balanced approach, no plan to set age limit for online access - Fahmi
Cybersecurity and online safety are inseparable as criminals shift to social media, says Fahmi Fadzil.
Wed Jan 22 2025
BNM maintains OPR at 3.0 pct
Bank Negara Malaysia says global trade is expected to remain broadly sustained, supported by the continued tech upcycle.
Wed Jan 22 2025
[OPINION] Bridging East and West: How Malaysia can seize the AI and climate initiative?
Malaysia has the potential and unique opportune moment to establish itself as a global leader in AI and climate innovation.
Wed Jan 22 2025
BNM's international reserves at US$115.5 bln as at Jan 15, 2025
The central bank says the reserves position is sufficient to finance 4.9 months of imports of goods and services.
Wed Jan 22 2025
At UN, Panama reminds Trump he should not be threatening force
Panama is a member of the council, which is charged with maintaining international peace and security, for 2025-26.
Wed Jan 22 2025
Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan home from hospital days after knife attack by intruder
Saif Ali Khan had surgery after sustaining stab wounds to his spine, neck and hands, doctors said.
Wed Jan 22 2025