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Published on 10:13 GMT

Japan allows longer nuclear plant lifespans

TOKYO: A law allowing nuclear reactors to operate beyond 60 years took effect in Japan on Friday (Jun 6), as the government turns back to atomic energy 14 years after the Fukushima catastrophe. The world's fourth-largest economy is targeting carbon …

Source: Channel News Asia - Pro-Government
Published on 09:58 GMT

Announcing our nationwide disaster preparedness program in Japan

Key Takeaways Developed in consultation with local NGOs, Airbnb will activate emergency housing within 24 hours of a disaster across all 47 prefectures. Building on years of response experience through its support of Airbnb.org, the independent nonprofit …

Source: Hospitality Net - Pending
Published on 10:37 GMT

Japan OKs 20 tril. yen plan for disaster resilient infrastructure

The Japanese government on Friday approved a plan to enhance the disaster resilience of the country's infrastructure over the next five years, with the project expected to cost more than 20 trillion yen ($139 billion). Focusing on measures to address …

Source: Kyodo News+ - Neutral
Published on 10:47 GMT

Japan scraps 60-year nuclear limit after Fukushima, eyes 2040 energy reboot with more reactors

TOKYO, June 6 — A law allowing nuclear reactors to operate beyond 60 years took effect in Japan on Friday, as the government turns back to atomic energy 14 years after the Fukushima catastrophe. The world’s fourth-largest economy is targeting carbon …

Source: Malay Mail - Neutral
Published on 09:50 GMT

Japan approves extension of nuclear power plant operating life

Japan has passed a law allowing nuclear reactors to operate beyond 60 years. The country is returning to nuclear energy 14 years after the Fukushima disaster. The world's fourth-largest economy has set a goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, but …

Source: BGNES - Neutral
Published on 08:07 GMT

'Need to evacuate the summit site': Wildfire possibility part of G7 summit planning

CALGARY — Security officials at the G7 leaders summit in Kananaskis say plans are in place, including the possibility of evacuations, if wildfires become a serious threat later this month. CALGARY — Security officials at the G7 leaders summit in Kananaskis …

Source: Powell River Peak - Pending
Published on 07:01 GMT

World News | Japanese Court Rejects Damage Claims Against Utility Executives over Fukushima Disaster

Tokyo, Jun 6 (AP) A Japanese court ruled former executives at the utility managing the tsunami-wrecked Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant were not accountable for the 2011 meltdown crisis and do not need to pay damages to the company. The Tokyo High …

Source: Latestly - Indeterminate
Published on 08:15 GMT

Japan gov't urges public to heed science as HK visitors cancel trips amid disaster rumor

The National Diet Building is seen from side of the House of Representatives buildingin Tokyo's Chiyoda Ward. (Mainichi/Akihiro Hirata) TOKYO -- An unsubstantiated rumor spreading in Hong Kong that a major disaster will strike Japan in July was …

Source: The Mainichi - Neutral
Published on 06:04 GMT

Japanese court rejects damage claims against utility executives over Fukushima disaster

The Tokyo District Court ruling three years ago was the only ruling that held the former TEPCO liable for the Fukushima disaster. It upheld the plaintiffs' argument that the executives had neglected to heed experts’ long-term tsunami predictions and …

Source: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution - Georgia - Neutral
Published on 05:39 GMT

Mizuno joins the flood of brands opting out of kangaroo products

Animal activists are rejoicing as another major brand, this time Japanese athletic footwear producer Mizuno, is reportedly set to phase out the use of kangaroo leather in their shoes. Reported by Financial Times, Mizuno did not provide a timeline for their …

Source: Upper Yarra Star Mail - Pending
Published on 05:52 GMT

World Earthquake Report for Friday, 6 June 2025

Previous news Fri, 6 Jun 2025, 04:49 The Colombian Geological Service (SGC) reported a magnitude 3.8 quake in Colombia near Villavicencio, Departamento del Meta, only 14 minutes ago. The earthquake hit late at night on Thursday, June 5th, 2025, at 11:34 pm …

Source: Volcano Discovery - Neutral
Published on 03:14 GMT

Manga Classes Make Kumamoto High School Popular Across Japan; Student Debuts as Mangaka

By Kotone Taki / Yomiuri Shimbun Staff Writer 11:00 JST, June 6, 2025 TAKAMORI, Kumamoto — The manga studies department at a Kumamoto high school is drawing attention as a successful example of the revival of public high schools, which are suffering …

Source: The Japan News - Neutral
Published on Jun 5, 2025

Japan’s National Theater at the Crossroads: Stalled Redevelopment Leaves Performers, Fans in Limbo

The National Theater has been the home of traditional Japanese performing arts since its opening in 1966. Now the aging complex has closed its doors, and a controversial redevelopment plan has stalled, raising questions about cultural policy and the future …

Source: Nippon - Neutral
Published on 07:25 GMT

Japan court rejects $92 bn damages verdict against Fukushima operator ex-bosses

(FILES) This combination of pictures taken and created on September 19, 2019 shows three former executives from Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO), former chairman Tsunehisa Katsumata (R), who died in October 2024, and former vice presidents Ichiro …

Source: The Peninsula - Gov't Propaganda
Published on 06:53 GMT

Sharing Four Seasons And Bonds Of Tohoku With World: Tohoku Four Seasons & Tohoku Kizuna Festival At Expo 2025 Osaka, ...

(MENAFN- PR Newswire) SENDAI, Japan, June 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The six Tohoku prefectures, Tohoku Tourism Promotion Organization, and Tohoku Kizuna Festival Executive Committee will hold the "Tohoku Four Seasons & Tohoku Kizuna Festival …

Source: MENAFN - Indeterminate
Published on Jun 5, 2025

Tuesday, June 4, 2013 • Lassen County is earthquake country

Publisher’s note: This story originally appeared in the Tuesday, June 4, 2013 edition of the Lassen County Times. The recent 5.7 magnitude earthquake may have startled some Northeastern California residents, including those in Lassen County, but we shouldn …

Source: Lassen County Times - California - Pending
Published on Jun 5, 2025

Mild earthquake jolts Karachi on fifth consecutive day

Karachi experienced the 29th earthquake on Thursday night and its intensity was recorded at 2.0 magnitude by the country's seismic monitoring centre. The National Seismic Monitoring Centre of the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) said the …

Source: The News International - Indeterminate
Published on Jun 5, 2025

'Japan's Baba Vanga' who foresaw Covid issues chilling warning for 2030

A chilling prophecy has been made by Ryo Tatsuki, a Japanese psychic who has been likened to the renowned Bulgarian mystic Baba Vanga. According to Tatsuki, a new and deadly virus is set to emerge in 2030, just five years from now, and it bears an eerie …

Source: Irish Star - Center-left
Published on Jun 5, 2025

Mega tsunami, boiling ocean: Japan's 'Baba Vanga' Ryo Tatsuki's apocalyptic prediction sends ripples across the globe

Covid-19 resurgence, the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine that has on occasions threatened to go nuclear, the conflict in the Middle East and the unpredictable US President Donald Trump have been giving jitters to the world about an impending …

Source: The Economic Times - Pending

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Published on June 6, 2025 - 02:47 GMT

Governor Stein and Emergency Management Officials Provide Updates at the Start of Hurricane Season, Urge North ...

NORTH CAROLINA, June 5 - Today Governor Josh Stein, Director of Emergency Management Will Ray, Attorney General Jeff Jackson, First Sergeant Chris Knox of the North Carolina Highway Patrol, and Colonel Patrick Henderson of the North Carolina Army National …

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Published on June 6, 2025 - 04:03 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opening June 4 in Phelps County

Cape Girardeau – A Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) will open tomorrow, June 4 in Phelps County to assist Missourians who sustained damage to their primary residence, personal property, or have emergency needs due to the severe storms, straight-line winds, …

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Published on June 5, 2025 - 20:07 GMT

Governor Stein and Emergency Management Officials Provide Updates at the Start of Hurricane Season, Urge North ...

Today Governor Josh Stein, Director of Emergency Management Will Ray, Attorney General Jeff Jackson, First Sergeant Chris Knox of the North Carolina Highway Patrol, and Colonel Patrick Henderson of the North Carolina Army National Guard held a briefing to …

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Published on June 6, 2025 - 04:00 GMT

Hollywood Hit Maker Fawn Drops New Dance Tracks in Time for Summer

The kind of song that floods the dance floor with energy, turns up the crowd, and keeps the vibe electric from start to finish. Club banger meets sonic caffeine HOLLYWOOD HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stonedef …

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Published on June 5, 2025 - 15:40 GMT

ESFI Urges Emergency Preparedness Ahead of 2025 Hurricane Season

ARLINGTON, Va., June 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As life-threatening storms continue to strike with increasing frequency and severity year over year, a growing number of people will be impacted by hurricanes, lightning, tornadoes, and other hazards. …

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Published on June 5, 2025 - 21:49 GMT

FEMA Assistance Extended To July 25 for Kentuckians Affected by April Storms

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Kentucky homeowners and renters who suffered uninsured or underinsured damage to their property from the April severe storms, flooding, straight-line winds, tornadoes, flooding, landslides and mudslides now have until July 25 to apply for …

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Published on June 5, 2025 - 16:36 GMT

HBCU Founders Initiative Recognizes Top Startup Talent with $25K in Awards at Third Annual Better Futures Competition

In the last three years, HBCUFI has awarded $75,000 to Better Futures winners. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Last week, the Microsoft Innovation & Policy Center transformed into an entrepreneurship …

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Published on June 5, 2025 - 01:03 GMT

The Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan to Provide Red Cross Funding to Help Those Impacted by Saskatchewan Wildfires

CANADA, June 5 - Released on June 4, 2025 Today, the Government of Canada announced that it will match every dollar donated to the Canadian Red Cross 2025 Saskatchewan Wildfires Appeal to support wildfire disaster relief and recovery efforts across …

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Published on June 6, 2025 - 04:03 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opening June 4 in Phelps County

Cape Girardeau – A Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) will open tomorrow, June 4 in Phelps County to assist Missourians who sustained damage to their primary residence, personal property, or have emergency needs due to the severe storms, straight-line winds, …

Distribution channels: Natural Disasters
Published on June 5, 2025 - 15:27 GMT

Newsmatics Launches U.S. Politics Today on Substack, Delivering Global Perspectives on American Policy

The publication aims to highlight key issues in politics and underreported stories across domestic and global landscapes WASHINGTON , DC, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Newsmatics, a leading news technology company with …

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Published on June 5, 2025 - 12:15 GMT

Accelerating Cloud Innovation for NOAA: GAMA-1 Demonstrates Multi-Cloud Data Replication at Scale

How GAMA-1’s initiative sets a new bar for mission-ready cloud transformation across federal agencies WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a groundbreaking demonstration of technical agility, innovation, and partnership, …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry, Environment ...
Published on June 5, 2025 - 10:00 GMT

RuggedRed Launches USA-Made Cleaning Products on Amazon: Powerfully Effective Where Others Fail

RuggedRed is a new line of professional-grade, proven, USA-made household cleaning products that are safe, effective, and sustainable. COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RuggedRed, a new line of USA-made, professional- …

Distribution channels: Amusement, Gaming & Casino, Building & Construction Industry ...
Published on June 5, 2025 - 21:49 GMT

FEMA Assistance Extended To July 25 for Kentuckians Affected by April Storms

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Kentucky homeowners and renters who suffered uninsured or underinsured damage to their property from the April severe storms, flooding, straight-line winds, tornadoes, flooding, landslides and mudslides now have until July 25 to apply for …

Distribution channels: Natural Disasters
Published on June 4, 2025 - 20:58 GMT

Milsoft Utility Solutions Hosts 2025 Users Conference in Nashville

Deep-Dive Sessions and Solution Showcases Designed for Electric Cooperative and Municipal Utility Teams ABILENE, TX, UNITED STATES, June 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Milsoft Utility Solutions, a leading provider of engineering and operations …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Companies ...
Published on June 4, 2025 - 18:04 GMT

Hollywood Icon Lawrence Hilton Jacobs Joins Forces with St. Louis to Support Tornado Victims

Honoring Culture and Community: A Night of Healing Through Music and Recognition ST. LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES, June 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Acclaimed actor and humanitarian Lawrence Hilton Jacobs will travel to St. Louis to be honored at …

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Published on June 4, 2025 - 16:01 GMT

Mississippi Braces for Sahara Dust Storm

JACKSON, MS, UNITED STATES, June 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the Sahara dust plume travels across the Atlantic and moves into the southeastern United States, Mississippi Asthma & Allergy Clinic is advising residents to take precautions, …

Distribution channels: Environment, Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry ...
Published on June 4, 2025 - 15:49 GMT

ELM MicroGrid Powers Award-Winning Project for Disney at 2025 CREF Ceremony

ELM MicroGrid helps power Disney’s award-winning solar microgrid at Lookout Cay, cutting diesel use by 90% and earning 2025 CREF Microgrid of the Year. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, June 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bahamas Energy and Solar …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Energy Industry ...
Published on June 4, 2025 - 14:16 GMT

‘Sun’s Out, Deals On’: EIN Presswire’s Summer Special Offers Businesses Big Savings on Press Release Packages

Get press releases for as low as $39.96 each with bonus credits and bulk savings WASHINGTON , DC, UNITED STATES, June 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With summer nearly here, warmer days and vacation plans are already in full swing. But the news …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Amusement, Gaming & Casino ...
Published on June 4, 2025 - 23:09 GMT

Survivors Can Apply for FEMA Assistance Even if Helped in the Past

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Homeowners and renters who suffered losses after the March and April severe storms are encouraged to apply for FEMA assistance even if they have received help from FEMA after past disasters. Previous FEMA aid does not affect eligibility …

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Published on June 4, 2025 - 23:08 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Calloway

FRANKFORT, Ky. –A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Calloway County to offer in-person support to Kentucky uninsured and underinsured survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides …

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Published on June 4, 2025 - 23:08 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Trimble

FRANKFORT, Ky. –A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Trimble County to offer in-person support to Kentucky uninsured and underinsured survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and …

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Published on June 4, 2025 - 14:18 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Breckinridge County

FRANKFORT, Ky. –A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Breckinridge County to offer in-person support to Kentucky uninsured and underinsured survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, …

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Published on June 4, 2025 - 14:18 GMT

FEMA, SBA and the State of Oklahoma are Assisting Oklahomans at One-Day Event in Cleveland County

OKLAHOMA CITY –In coordination with the State of Oklahoma, FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will be offering face-to-face help Thursday, June 5, at a community pop-up event in Cleveland County. Homeowners and renters in Cleveland, …

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Published on June 4, 2025 - 14:18 GMT

FEMA and SBA Resources Available at Locally Run Survivor Support Locations

LOS ANGELES – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Small Business Administration (SBA) have transitioned in person resources for wildfire survivors to county and city run facilities. Survivors may access assistance at the following locations: …

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Published on June 4, 2025 - 14:18 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Relocated in Butler County

FRANKFORT, Ky. –A Disaster Recovery Center has been relocated in Butler County to offer in-person support to Kentucky uninsured and underinsured survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, …

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Published on June 3, 2025 - 20:22 GMT

Early Warning Labs CEO Represents U.S. Private Sector at UNDRR Global Platform in Geneva

Josh Bashioum, CEO of Early Warning Labs, represents U.S. private sector at UNDRR’s Global Platform, advancing global early warning systems. GENEVA, SWITZERLAND, June 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Josh Bashioum, Founder and CEO of Early Warning …

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Published on June 3, 2025 - 18:23 GMT

After the Storm Comes the Scam: NCLBGC Urges Caution Against Unlicensed Contractors

North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors Warns Public About Unlicensed Contractor Activity During Hurricane Season RALEIGH, NC, UNITED STATES, June 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The 2025 hurricane season begins on June 1, serving …

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Published on June 3, 2025 - 15:42 GMT

McCullough Tree Service Offers Professional Land Clearing Solutions Across Central Florida

McCullough Tree Service offers safe, efficient, and cost-effective land clearing for residential and commercial projects in Orlando and Central Florida. ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, June 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- McCullough Tree Service, a …

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