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Jun 16 2026POLITICS

New England’s Energy Future: Why Nuclear Might Be the Missing Piece

Once a leader in nuclear power, New England now has most of its reactors shut down and a strong anti‑nuclear sentiment. Yet all six governors are saying they will look at new reactors, and that shift is surprising. Why the change? Nuclear technology has become safer and cheaper. The region’s power

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Jun 16 2026POLITICS

Iran Deal: Trump Says It Stops Tehran From Getting a Nuclear Bomb

Trump told reporters that the new agreement with Iran makes it clear the country can never build a nuclear weapon. He warned that if Iran tries to do so, “all hell will rain down. ” The deal, a 14‑point plan still hidden from the public, was discussed while he met Qatar’s Emir at a G7 meeting in Fra

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Jun 15 2026POLITICS

Can Trump strike a better Iran deal by January?

Robert Pape from the University of Chicago believes time isn't on America's side when it comes to Iran. He says Trump likely won't get a significantly improved nuclear deal before January because Iran is playing the long game. Early in the conflict, Iran was just trying to survive — now it's setting

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Jun 14 2026POLITICS

North Korea Declares It Cannot Be Asked to Give Up Nukes

North Korea says that the idea of giving up nuclear weapons is a closed door. The country’s foreign ministry told reporters that any talks about denuclearisation are meaningless and have no chance of changing its stance. The statement was shared by state media, KCNA, and it used the official name

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Jun 13 2026POLITICS

Nuclear Limits: Understanding a Global Agreement

Think about how powerful nuclear science is. It can create energy, but it can also make weapons. For years, global powers worried about Iran's progress in this area. This led to a massive international pact back in 2015. The idea was simple: if Iran agreed to strict limits on its nuclear work, other

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Jun 13 2026POLITICS

A Glimpse at Iran’s Nuclear Talks and What Comes Next

Negotiations between Iran and the U. S. are heading toward an agreement, though not yet finalized, according to a U. S. official who spoke on Friday. The goal is to reach a deal soon that addresses the long-standing dispute between the two nations. The official emphasized that the terms under discus

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Jun 13 2026FINANCE

Nuclear power gear in India gets past taxes backdated

India just made a rule change that could save nuclear plants money on old purchases. The finance ministry decided to cancel customs taxes on parts bought between April 2019 and January 2026 for building or running nuclear reactors. This decision surprises some because it works backwards—covering bil

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Jun 11 2026POLITICS

North Korea’s New Uranium Plant Could Grow Its Arsenal

The country is building a huge new enrichment center in Yongbyon that could lift its capacity to 75 percent. Kim Jong Un toured the site last week and said the plan is “exponential. ” He claimed the nation’s nuclear power is now “inconceivable. ” Experts say the plant will hold over 9, 000 cen

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Jun 10 2026POLITICS

North Korea and China Celebrate a Quiet Victory in Xi’s Visit

Kim Jong Un’s recent trip to Beijing was a headline‑making event, but the real story is about subtle shifts in power. The leaders met for two days and shared public praise, but the conversation avoided hot topics like nuclear weapons or U. S. policy. This move helped Kim boost his international imag

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Jun 09 2026POLITICS

Iran’s Nuclear Standoff: A Call for Dialogue

The head of the United Nations’ nuclear watchdog urged Iran to reopen talks, saying inspections at sites damaged a year ago need to restart. The request comes as the U. S. , joined by Britain, France and Germany, pushes for a board resolution demanding Iran supply detailed information about the bomb

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