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The US is on the cusp of a nuclear renaissance. One problem: Americans are terrified of the waste

BUCHANAN, New York CNN  —  The Indian Point nuclear power plant was an energy juggernaut for 50 years, generating a quarter of the electricity that powered New York City’s iconic, glowing skyline. It is well into its decommissioning process after shutting down in 2021: The remaining waste of the radioactive fuel that once generated all …

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Tons of waste pose “catastrophic” risks in Gaza, UNRWA says

More than 330,000 tons of waste have accumulated in or near populated areas across Gaza as of Sunday, the United Nations’ relief agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) said on Thursday. The waste poses “catastrophic environmental (and) health risks,” UNRWA said. “Children rummage through trash daily.” The UN agency also reiterated its call for a ceasefire, saying …

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