uranium
Coverage of uranium in the Nexus archive.
- Watch: From Uranium in Breast Milk to Superbugs: AMR Week Explained | Health Wrap
The article discusses India's new national plan to combat antimicrobial resistance, the detection of uranium in breast milk of mothers in Bihar, and the efficacy of the anti-rabies vaccine.
- Trump approval on Iran low even as tentative deal to end fighting emerged, new AP-NORC poll finds
A new AP-NORC poll shows 65% of U.S. adults disapprove of how President Donald Trump is handling Iran, with partisan divides evident. The poll was conducted as Trump announced a deal with Iran to end the U.S. naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz and restart nuclear program talks, though critics argue the agreement lacks strong concessions on Iran's nuclear weapons program.
- Beyond Oil: Guyana Opens a Uranium Frontier as Prices Hit Highs
U92 Energy, a Toronto-listed explorer, is advancing Guyana’s only uranium project toward its first drilling by acquiring a decade-deep exploration dataset for 500,000 Canadian dollars in shares. The Kurupung site in Guyana holds a historical uranium estimate of 20.6 million pounds.
- Navy finds massive cache of deadly radiological material including uranium hidden in California
Government officials discovered a cache of radiological materials, including uranium, in a cabinet at the Hunters Point shipyard in San Francisco. The materials were allegedly hidden by a former employee of a US Navy subcontractor.
- ‘Why bother?’: Trump no longer feels the need to seize Iran’s uranium
US President Donald Trump and his advisers had previously emphasized seizing highly enriched uranium from Iran as a top objective in the conflict initiated with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in February. However, at the Group of Seven summit in France, Trump dismissed the urgency of rapidly obtaining Iran's nuclear reactor. The article is from Asia Times.
- Trump declares US-Iran deal to be signed Sunday; no confirmation from Tehran
Trump declares a US-Iran deal to be signed Sunday, but Tehran has not confirmed. Israeli officials warn the terms endanger Israel's security, while the US claims the accord will open Hormuz and allow uranium collection during 'calm.' A separate agreement is set to be signed with Pakistan and Qatar.
- Trump: US ‘very close’ to deal with Iran, but demanding stricter nuclear terms
US president states the US is 'very close' to a deal with Iran but insists on stricter nuclear terms. The administration seeks an IAEA resolution demanding information on Iran's uranium activities to prevent a 1% chance of nuclear weapon acquisition.
- Trump calls younger Khamenei ‘more rational,’ threatens to take Iran’s uranium by force: ‘Not an endless war’
Trump described the new Iranian supreme leader as 'younger' and 'more rational,' noting his injuries as a sign of bravery. He also threatened to take Iran's uranium by force but stated the conflict would not be 'an endless war.'
- Trump says the U.S. will work with Iran to destroy its uranium if they can make a deal
President Donald Trump stated the U.S. would work with Iran to destroy its uranium if a deal is made. The comment was made during an interview on 'Meet the Press' with moderator Kristen Welker.
- ‘It’s entombed’: Trump says US can get Iran’s uranium without a deal, but has ‘no reason to’
President Trump stated the US could obtain Iran’s uranium without a deal but has 'no reason to' do so. He mentioned considering sending troops to retrieve near-weapons grade material at the start of a potential war but avoided the action due to risks, saying 'I don’t want to do it if we’re in conflict.'
- DRC adds lithium to higher-tax strategic minerals list
DR Congo added lithium, niobium, tantalum, tungsten, and uranium to a higher 10% royalty tax bracket to increase revenue from natural resources. The move follows similar strategies by other African nations, including Ghana's sliding-scale gold royalties and Zimbabwe's lithium export suspension.
- Iranian protesters who escaped tell CBS News war has made things worse
Two Iranian brothers who participated in January's protests told CBS News that the ongoing war has worsened conditions in Iran. They argue that resolving the conflict should extend beyond focusing solely on uranium-related issues.
- Iranian protesters who escaped tell CBS News war has made things worse
Two Iranian brothers who participated in January's protests told CBS News that the ongoing war has worsened conditions in Iran, arguing that ending the conflict should not focus solely on uranium-related issues.
- Iran’s supreme leader has agreed ‘in principle’ to give up uranium as part of peace deal, US official says
Iran’s supreme leader has agreed 'in principle' to give up uranium as part of a peace deal, which could reopen the Strait of Hormuz after three months of war. Final ratification by Iranian negotiators may take days as both sides negotiate wording.
- Oil Gains as Iran’s Uranium Stance Clouds Hormuz Outlook
Oil prices are rising amid concerns over Iran's uranium enrichment stance and its potential impact on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy chokepoint. The escalating tensions around Iran's nuclear program are creating uncertainty in energy markets and affecting geopolitical stability in the region.
- Iran Says Uranium Should Not Be Sent Abroad, Reuters Reports
Iran has stated that uranium should not be sent abroad, according to Reuters reporting. This statement reflects Iran's position on its nuclear material and international agreements regarding uranium enrichment and transfer.
- Astronomers may have found a strange new kind of cosmic explosion
Astronomers observed a cosmic explosion that initially resembled a kilonova but later shifted to supernova-like behavior, suggesting a potential new type of stellar event called a 'superkilonova.' The discovery involved detecting space-time ripples and a fast-fading red glow linked to elements like gold and uranium.
- US Eyes More Namibian Uranium Imports as AI Drives Nuclear Push
The United States is considering increased uranium imports from Namibia as artificial intelligence drives a renewed focus on nuclear energy. A uranium mine near Arandis, Namibia, is highlighted as a potential source for this effort.
- US May Unfreeze $20 Billion in Funds for Iran’s Uranium: Axios
The US is considering unfreezing $20 billion in funds related to Iran's uranium. The potential move, reported by Axios, could signal a shift in US-Iran economic relations.
- Why many believe the mission to rescue downed airman Dude 44 Bravo was really a smokescreen for an audacious attempt to snatch Iran's uranium
The article suggests that a mission to rescue downed airman Dude 44 Bravo may have been a cover for a covert operation to seize Iran's uranium. The narrative implies a hidden agenda behind the rescue attempt, linking it to broader security concerns.
- Why many believe the mission to rescue downed airman Dude 44 Bravo was really a smokescreen for an audacious attempt to snatch Iran's uranium
The article suggests that a mission to rescue downed airman Dude 44 Bravo may have been a cover for a covert operation to steal Iran's uranium. The narrative frames the rescue mission as a smokescreen for an audacious espionage attempt.