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August 12, 2015

Japan ends nuclear shutdown sparked by Fukushima crisis
Tokyo (AFP) Aug 11, 2015
Japan on Tuesday restarted its nuclear power programme after a shutdown triggered by the 2011 Fukushima crisis, as the government pushes to return to a cheaper energy source despite widespread public opposition. Utility Kyushu Electric Power turned on a reactor at Sendai, about 1,000 kilometres (620 miles) southwest of Tokyo, at 10:30 am (0130 GMT). The 31-year-old reactor - operating under tougher post-Fukushima safety rules - was expected to reach full capacity around 11:00 pm Tuesday and w ... read more

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