South Korea warns of taking Japan to UN over nuclear waste
South Korea issued a warning on Friday, stating it will take Japan to the United Nations if Tokyo does not adhere to its original plan regarding the release of treated radioactive water from the crippled Fukushima nuclear power plant.
Japan records hottest summer in history: Meteorological Agency
According to AFP, Japan's summer in 2023 has etched its name into the annals of history as the hottest summer the country has ever witnessed since record-keeping began in 1898, according to the Japanese Meteorological Agency.
Japanese premier promotes seafood consumption to alleviate radiation concerns
In a bid to assuage concerns following the release of treated radioactive water, Japan's Prime Minister demonstrated his support for local seafood consumption in a public display.
Japan condemns China's actions regarding Fukushima water discharge
Japan criticized China's actions and demanded the safety of its citizens after a brick thrown at the Japanese Embassy in Beijing amid tensions over the discharge of nuclear water from the Fukushima plant into the ocean.
Japan confirms low radioactivity in seawater near Fukushima after water release
Japan's environment ministry has reported that tests of seawater near the Fukushima nuclear power plant have shown no detectable radioactivity. This announcement comes just days after Japan began releasing treated water from the damaged Fukushima plant into the Pacific Ocean, a move that has prompted protests within the country and neighboring nations, including China's decision to halt aquatic product imports from Japan.