The Palisades nuclear power plant in Michigan is set to restart operations after being shut down for eventual dismantling, aiming to become the first U.S. reactor to do so. Owned by Holtec International, the plant faces major repairs to its aging steam generators, with damaged tubes found during inspections. Backed by significant financial support, including a $1.5 billion loan guarantee from the Department of Energy, the restart project highlights the challenges of bringing aging reactors back online amidst industry struggles with competition from natural gas and renewables.
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One in three Palestinians in Gaza going days without food, UNICEF says | Israel-Palestine conflict News
UNICEF warns that Gaza risks famine, with one in three people going days without food and over 320,000 children at risk of acute malnutrition, as Israel's military actions have resulted in over 60,000 Palestinian deaths since October 7, 2023. Amidst deteriorating conditions, international aid efforts are underway, yet skepticism remains regarding their effectiveness in addressing the widespread hunger crisis. Want More Context? 🔎
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