Almost third more US West Coast newborns may face thyroid problems after Fukushima nuclear disaster

Researchers have discovered that the Fukushima nuclear disaster has had far-reaching health effects more drastic than previously thought: young children born on the US West Coast are 28 percent more likely to develop congenital hyperthyroidism.

April 03, 2013 18:55

Japan may shutter world’s largest nuclear plant over earthquake threat

The world’s largest nuclear power plant may be forced to shut down under stricter rules proposed by Japan’s new nuclear watchdog. The measures are intended to safeguard against future natural disasters following the 2011 tsunami.

January 25, 2013 20:02

Waves of anger: Japan tsunami victim aid spent on whalers, officials and fighter pilots

A quarter of Japan’s tsunami relief fund has been spent on unrelated projects, including renovating a government office and subsiding whaling. The revelations have ignited outcry as more than 320,000 tsunami victims remain displaced.

October 31, 2012 20:20

Getting ready for the Big One: Japan chooses disaster-alternative capital

The Japanese government is considering unparalleled counter-measures to withstand the inevitable earthquakes and tsunamis awaiting Japan in the future. Experts propose preparation of emergency government offices in the country’s five major cities.

July 15, 2012 14:20

Fukushima fault: ‘Man-made disaster' could have been prevented

The disaster at the Fukushima power plant may have been triggered by a tsunami, but it was human error that made it into one of the worst-ever nuclear accidents in human history, a Japanese Parliamentary panel says.

July 05, 2012 09:57

Japanese seafarer-dock in Oregon a new tourist attraction (PHOTOS)

A seafaring Japanese dock carried to the shores of Oregon, on the West coast of the USA, after it was sent floating by last year’s devastating tsunami, has been drawing thousands of people in recent days.

June 14, 2012 16:59