On Thursday (15th), the Tokyo Electric Power Company of Japan provided further clarification on the cause of the nuclear waste water leakage at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant, stating that it was due to human error on Wednesday (7th). Last Wednesday, about 5.5 tons of radioactive contaminated water leaked from the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant's water purification system. According to Tokyo Electric Power Co. (TEPCO), the leak occurred on Thursday morning in the high-temperature incinerator building while the facility was cleaning and treating contaminated water from the reactor building with the "second cesium adsorption system" to reduce radiation levels in preparation for maintenance. The system is connected to the external wall's exhaust vent, through which the contaminated water leaked. According to TEPCO, two operators from collaborating companies failed to notice the open state of a valve and missed relevant reminder signs before starting t...
Photo by WikimediaImages on Pixabay The political landscape in Taiwan is heating up as the island prepares for its upcoming presidential election. As tensions between Taiwan and mainland China continue to escalate, the United States House of Representatives has taken a significant step in showing its support for the island nation. On Friday, two pro-Taiwan bills were passed, signaling a strong message of solidarity and backing for Taiwan's sovereignty. The Non-Discrimination Against Taiwan Act and the Taiwan Protection Act are crucial pieces of legislation that aim to bolster Taiwan's international standing and protect its security amidst growing Chinese aggression. The U.S. House of Representatives Takes a Stand The United States House of Representatives has long been a staunch supporter of Taiwan's democratic values and its struggle for international recognition. With the passage of the Non-Discrimination Against Taiwan Act and the Taiwan Protection Act, the House has onc...